Prestonfolks – Richard Arkwright
Famous People of Preston

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COTTONING ON !

Born in Preston – Richard Arkwright helped to kick-start the Industrial Revolution.
He created the Water-frame, a cotton-spinning machine and pioneered the Factory system.
He was a mover and a shaker in a powdered wig.

 

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