GEOG 152 Lecture Notes - Lecture 10: Ocean Liner, Deindustrialization, Iceberg
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16th c, queen elizabeth; english wanted to settle ireland. The church of england rejected the authority of pope. This was seen as a dangerous place for european monarchs. 60-70 year period, between 60 and 70k people from lowlands of scotland (southern. Scotland) and england (southern england) settled in ireland (around dublin, and northern part of ireland aka olster. ) This became the majority of the population. Many native, catholic irishmen were displaced by this influx of immigrants (colonists). Late 18th c. ireland, industry developed; ne part of ireland. Beginnings of belfast are rooted in this industry. Linen is made from flax fiber from the lagan valley (artisanal industry) Since flax is found in lagan valley, ireland was the leader in this industry. Can be produced to made thread, and then it can become woven. Used to make sails, table cloths, and napkins. Some linen factories from 18th c. still remain. 19th c. - 20th c. the shipbuilding industry (ocean liners)
