10 Questions
When was the Church of Messiah in Birmingham constructed?
Between 1860-1862
Who was the engineer who began building canals all over the country in 1759?
James Brindley
What was the purpose of building the canal that connected Oldbury to Birmingham?
To bring coal into the city more efficiently
Who was appointed to make several improvements to the canals in the 1820s?
Thomas Telford
What was the potential problem recognized during WW2 related to the canal and railway tunnel?
If the canal were to breach above the railway tunnel as a result of a bombing raid, a large amount of water would fall into the railway tunnel.
What did the island installation aim to achieve during WW2?
A simple system of temporary dams aimed to reduce the amount of water to drain to just Cambrian Wharf.
What is significant about the site where the new Church of Messiah was built?
It straddled Birmingham Canal, forming part of the Broad Street Canal Tunnel.
What was unusual about the early members of the congregation at the Church of Messiah?
They produced many Lord Mayors of Birmingham and influential politicians.
Who were the contractors for the construction of the Church of Messiah?
George Branson and Edwin Gwyther
Who authorized the building of a canal in Birmingham in 1768?
Parliament
Test your knowledge about the historical significance of the roundhouse and canals, including their role in transportation and trade. Explore the development of canals by engineer James Brindley and the impact of canals on trade and transportation in the 18th century.
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