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Britain's Bridge of "Size"
On the scene of turbulent border history, the Prince of Wales opens a new link between Scotland and England
Overview
On the scene of turbulent border history, the Prince of Wales (the future Edward VIII) opens a new link between Scotland and England and Berwick.
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