Grenville family.

Dates:
Active 1773
Active 1889

Biographical notes:

In 1847-1884, Richard Grenville, 3rd Duke of Buckingham and Chandos, was chairman of the London and North West Railway which was formed in 1846 by the amalgamation of the Liverpool and Manchester, the Grand Junction, and the Manchester and Birmingham Railway companies. In this capacity, he oversaw the financial, technological, administrative, and legal affairs of the company. The 3rd Duke also owned the Wotton Tramway, a local line that linked the Aylesbury & Buckingham Railway main line to Brill.

From the description of Grenville family papers : Special subjects: Transportation, 1773-1889; (bulk 1834-1879). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122445972

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  • Railroads

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  • Great Britain (as recorded)
  • Transportation--Great Britain (as recorded)