Glasgow

:For other uses, see Glasgow (disambiguation)

History

:See main article History of Glasgow

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The area of Glasgow has long been used for settlement due to the River Clyde providing a natural area for fishing. The Romans later settled in the area, however Glasgow proper was not founded until the 6th century by Saint Mungo when he established a church in what is now Glasgow Cathedral.

Related Topics:
Romans - 6th century - Saint Mungo - Glasgow Cathedral

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Glasgow grew over the following centuries, being granted the status of a city, with its Cathedral and the founding of the University of Glasgow providing religious and educational status. It was not until the 16th century that Glasgow became prominent in world affairs. The city became a hub of trade to the Americas, especially in the movement of tobacco and sugar. The industries of Scotland produced cotton, coal and iron which were exported. Shipbuilding became a major industry on the Clyde, building many famous ships. By the end of the 19th century the city was known as the "Second City of the Empire" and was producing most of the ships and trains in the world. During this period most of the city's architectural and civic buildings were being funded by its wealth.

Related Topics:
University of Glasgow - 16th century - Tobacco - Sugar - Cotton - Coal - Iron - Shipbuilding - 19th century

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The 20th century showed a great decline in the city's fortunes, especially with two world wars and the Great Depression. The city's industries became uncompetitive, leading to high unemployment, urban decay and poor health for the city's inhabitants.

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By the end of the century however there has been a significant resurgence in Glasgow's economic fortunes, with financial companies moving to the city, as well an increase in tourism due to the legacy of the city's status as European City of Culture in 1990, and the city's thriving artistic community, the most significant outside of London. The regeneration of inner-city areas has led to people moving back to living in the centre of Glasgow, although there are still pockets of relative deprivation.

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