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Re: Peasant's Hut
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lugnet.castle
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Wed, 23 Apr 2003 06:53:51 GMT
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In lugnet.castle, John P. Henderson writes:
> Speaking of history, and back on topic, I seem to recall learning that
> during part of the Middle Ages (circa 1300 I think), there was some sort of
> mini-ice-age during which average annual temperatures in northern Europe
> were colder than normal for a few decades. The regular use of chimneys and
> centralized fireplaces in European homes stemmed from this time. I suspect
> the use of glass windows in weathier homes may have also started about then.
> > Cheers,
> -Hendo
Well, the use of glass windows is much older, the Romans used it. In all the
Roman ruins in Britain a vast number of glass shards from windows have been
found.
regards
Arne, Copenhagen
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