Re: Clifton Bridge Posted: Tue June 19, 2007 06:45 PM UTC
It is likely that such a list will only exist as a pay-roll type of document. Most workers were illiterate when the bridge was built, and employment conditions were tenuous to say the least. If you are seeking someone who was 'important' e.g. an on-site architect/ main manager, then you may find useful relevant documents in local archives. If you are simply seeking a worker, you will have to set aside much time to trawl through any documentation which remains (much of which wil be written in rather-difficult-to-read 'copperplate' handwriting).
You will almost certainly have to visit whichever institution holds the main archives (and must first gain permission to do so), and then spend time searching yourself (unless the helpful Bristol VT-er is prepared to put in the time/effort for you).
The National Archives database notes that much bridge documentation from 1830 to the 1950's is held by Bristol University and Bristol Record Office. It might be worthwhile emailing these institutions initially. Links on this page:
http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/nra/searches/codocs.asp?CR=B10974
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