Forges du Saint-Maurice
Rovine · Canada
- Abbandonato
- sconosciuto
- Fondato
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- Popolazione
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- Coordinate
- 46.398, -72.658
Perché è stato abbandonato
🏛️ Rovine antiche
Rilevato automaticamente dal testo: archaeological site of Trois-Rivières, Mauricie, Quebec, Canada
Storia
The Forges du Saint-Maurice ("St. Maurice Ironworks") was the first successful ironworking industry in New France. At the time of the initial formation of the forges in 1730, the Saint Maurice region near Trois-Rivières had long been known for its iron resources. Although the forges went through multiple managements, they were unable to turn a profit on their own and owners had to deal with heavy debts. The French colonial state finally took direct control of the forges after the second private company went bankrupt, and managed it until the British arrival in the 1760s. In 1973 the forges were converted into a national historical site. The plant produced such staple items as pots, pans and stoves.
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