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MHG57188 - Commemorative plaque - Caledonian Canal, Clachnaharry, Inverness

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A commemorative plaque to Thomas Telford at the side of the Caledonian Canal in Clachnaharry, Inverness. It was listed at Category C in 2014.

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A commemorative plaque to Thomas Telford at the side of the Caledonian Canal, Clachnaharry, Inverness.

The plaque was to be one of three erected on the opening of the canal in 1822 and they were intended to act as markers. However it is understood that these plaques were not erected following an instruction by Telford because they neglected to mention the work of his consulting engineer, William Jessop and the other engineers. This plaque, intended to be sited at Banavie, was rediscovered in the early 20th century and erected in 1922 to mark the centenary of the opening of the canal. The plaque was listed at Category C by Historic Scotland in 2014. <1>

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Grid reference	Centred NH 6495 4643 (2m by 2m) (2 map features)
Map sheet	NH64NW
Civil Parish	INVERNESS AND BONA
Geographical Area	INVERNESS

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