Parliament of Commerce. The story of the Association of British Chambers of Commerce,1860-1960
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- Author(s) Ilersic, A R, & P F B Liddle
- Publication type Monograph
- Year published 1960
- Pages 249pp; illus
- Publisher Newman & Neame
- Place Published London
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- Name British Library
- City London
- County Greater London
- Country England
- Postcode NW1 2DB
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An official history sponsored by the Association from academic writers primarily for the benefit of its members. Traces the development of the Association and of its role in British economic life in two parts: 1] 19th century - re overseas trade; legal framework in which business operated; patent law and trade marks; communications inc railways, canals, shipping, posts, telegraphy; education for industry; 2] 20th century - war, depression, politics and industry after 1945. Contains very little about post war period. Includes appendices re past presidents, chambers affiliated 1960