Trading Places - a history of Liverpool Docks

1775

The American War of Independence is having a major impact on Liverpool and international trade is poor. Wages are reduced and seamen attack the Town Hall in protest.

The Sankey (1757) and Leeds & Liverpool Canals are both bringing coal and other cargoes into Liverpool for use and export. The coastal trade continues.

Docks active in this year include:

• Old Dock
• Canning Dock
• Pier Head
• Herculaneum Dock

Click on a dock name to learn more.

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