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Why our early builders hid shoes as they worked
For many homeowners and renovators of historic properties, finding a single, worn-out shoe tucked away in a dusty void, is a surprisingly common occurrence. From the stately manors of the landed...
Read moreConstruction and the World’s first recorded labour strike
Buried within the history of ancient Egypt is a lesser-known, yet profoundly important milestone - the first recorded labour strike in human history. Far from a modern invention, organised worker...
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Did our ancient builders use cow’s blood and beer as mortar additives?
In the long and varied history of construction, few details are as surprising - or as intriguing - as the unusual substances added to building materials. Among the most enduring legends are claims...
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