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A Williamsburg shoemaker making shoes using the tools and techniques of the 18th century.
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Fashion and Function
A corset's engineered strictness defines the shape of the 18th-century woman. Journeywoman Brooke Welborn explains the trend. May 5, 2008
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Coopering
Apprentice cooper Marshall Scheetz discusses the art and science of making barrels. July 18, 2005
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Colonial Weapons System
As important as the cannon is the vehicle to carry it: a two-wheeled cart that transports, supports, and stores the weapon and its accoutrements. Wheelwright John Boag has the task of construction. December 15, 2008
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A Different Kind of Founder
Candlesticks, buckles, bells, and sword hilts are just a few objects that Colonial Williamsburg founder Doc Hassell is called to manufacture. August 20, 2007
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Firing the brick kiln
Christine Trowbridge explains the laborious process of making bricks and the intangible rewards of the job. October 10, 2005
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18th-Century Surgery
Colonial medicine is not for the faint of heart. Sharon Cotner describes the philosophies and practices. July 6, 2009
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