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Term: Blackburn

One of world's largest weaving & textile centers; wool industry began in 13th cen. & expanded with James Hargraves' invention of "Spinning Jenny" in 1784; other industries include brewing, electronics & plastics.

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Blackburn, England, 1838 - 1923, Wimbledon, England