Saugus Iron Works
by Ben Prepelka
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Saugus Iron Works
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Ben Prepelka
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The discovery of iron ore in the Boston area lead to the New World's first successful iron manufacturing site during the mid 17th century. John Winthrop Jr., a student of metallurgy, formed the Company of the Iron Works of New England in 1641. After his initial efforts in Braintree failed, a new site on the Saugus River was chosen. The river area provided power for the blast furnace bellows, a transportation avenue for mill products, a rich woodland area for charcoal production, and a supply of gabbro rock and bog ore. Shortages of iron tools, nails, hinges, pots and kettles lead to early successes at the Saugus Iron Works, but by 1668, financial problems became insurmountable and the company folded.
Today, this National Park site offers visitors a full-scale working replica of the original iron works. The mill buildings allow interior views of a blast furnace, a forge, a rolling mill and slitting mill.
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September 29th, 2016
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Comments (5)
Holly April Harris
Beautiful autumn photo! Congratulations! I’m am very pleased to feature your beautiful image in the group ‘Covered Bridges and Historical Buildings.’ This is a wonderful addition to the group! Please add it to the “2022 Fourth Quarter Featured Image Collection” thread in the discussions area for a permanent record of your feature. Thank you! 11/6/22
Steve Brown
A very interesting National Park site, one of my covered bridge friends is doing restoration work at the Iron Works. Another great capture.
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