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Who Made Commer Vans?

Commer FC Manufacturer Rootes Group Chrysler Europe Renault Trucks Production 1960–1983 Body and chassis Body style Forward control panel van. Numerous conversions and adaptations to special purposes What engine is in a Commer van? Rootes TS3 engineMany Commer vans and lorries are notable for being fitted with the Rootes TS3 engine, a two-stroke diesel three-cylinder …

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Who Built Russell Square?

The area remained mostly open fields until the mid-18th century. The square was laid out in 1801 by Humphry Repton on land earlier called Southampton Fields, and subsequently Long Fields. James Burton was the designer of the original buildings that surrounded the square, only a few of which now remain. How did Russell Square get …

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