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Construction of the Heugh Breakwater

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Shows the equipment used for casting of concrete blocks for new breakwater. The blocks were left to settle a day then hoisted and carried along track to start of breakwater. Then carried by travelling crane to be put in place (1860-1890).

Picture taken below South Crescent.

Donor : Hartlepool Museum Service

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