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Shipping Containers for sale in Glasgow Scotland

Estimated Population: 629,501

The area of Glasgow has long been used for settlement due to the River Clyde providing a natural area for fishing. The Romans later settled in the area, however Glasgow proper was not founded until the 6th century by Saint Mungo when he established a church in what is now Glasgow Cathedral.

Glasgow grew over the following centuries with it being granted the status of a city, and the founding of the University of Glasgow. It was not until the 16th century until Glasgow became a prominent city in world affairs. The city became a hub of trade to the Americas, especially in the movement of tobacco and sugar. The industries of Scotland created cotton, coal and iron which were exported. Shipbuilding became a major industry on the Clyde, creating many famous ships. By the end of the 19th century the city was known as the “Second City of the Empire” and was producing most of the ships and trains in the world. During this period most of the city’s architectural and civic buildings were being funded by its wealth

The 20th century showed a great decline in the city’s fortunes, especially with two world wars and the Great Depression. The city’s industries became uncompetitive, leading to high unemployment, urban decay and poor health for the city’s inhabitants.

Shipping Containers for sale in Glasgow Scotland