The Failed Thames Tunnels

This week we explore the story pf the two attempts to tunnel under the Thames, that failed! Its the turn of the 1800's and tunnel builders of the world are finding their way with al kinds of transportation ideas. At the forefront it seems Trevithick was often there... but building a Tunnel?

Sources:
Pictures: Stated within video
Underlying research from various sources but a significant amount from: Biographical Dictionary of Civil Engineers. Vol.1. 1500 - 1830. Sir Alec Skempton.

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[willallen]

Rebecca walking away in the background is actually quite funny.

[dafyddhumphreys]

Spent all day watching these videos, it's more than just facinating. It's about preserving the fantastic engineering

[LeoStarrenburg]

I'm nearly 3 minutes into the video and already spending more time playing "spot the redhead" than paying attention to the tunnels. Have to watch this one twice.

[___Stephan_D___]

Rebecca is now multi role, figuration in the background, cameraman, and Director ... ;-)

[johnledingham]

Very interesting Paul. You do the research, and all the legwork, and filming, I'll keep lapping it up ole sausage!

[mattjpearce]

Rebecca in the background made me watch twice to catch all her appearances, another brilliant video 😁

[royjacques]

I liked the bits where Rebecca kept popping up .

[paulinehedges]

Another really fascinating video . Never knew there were those attempts to tunnel under the Thames..Thank you as always.. no need to be so shy Rebecca we spotted your hair in the background!

[raphaelnikolaus]

LOVED this one. For several reasons! 😃

[tomgruitt]

Excellent walking around from Rebecca!

[davie]

hello Paul and Rebecca, cool video as always, really well done and thank you guys, oooo so close to going down lol, 😊

[mkendallpk]

That was very well done. I never knew about this Thames tunnel attempt until now. Looking forward to more on this subject. And Paul, glad you didn't slide into the Thames. Stay dry.

[davidnm]

Interesting little video thanks Paul and Rebecca

[archi]

Another good video thanks. First time watching a video with no comments and no views

[rcurtisflhsv]

Love Rebecca's appearances in the background!!!

[keith]

Brilliant video, especially about Trevithick's attempt he seemed so near yet so far, there again the Tower subway seems to get forgotten about.

[simonbradshaw]

Another interesting little story, you seem to be jumping around with your content, to keep us all guessing I presume? I'll look forward to see where you take us next Sunday.

[shirleylynch]

What an interesting video. You always bring us something fresh and enjoyable. So thank you.

[lordbisnick]

Ended up watching twice as I was concentrating on looking for the next Rebecca appearance the first time. Love your humour.

[Nethead]

Always look forward to these informative vids 👍 Thank you