Place details
Place nameWolverhampton
CountryUnited Kingdom
Latitude52.6
Longitude-2.133
SourceThesaurus of Geographic Names
Overview
Located on NW edge of industrial "Black Country"; mostly agricultural until coal & ironstone industry began in late 18th cen.; manufactures paint, rubber & metal; famous for its locks & keys; first steam-powered furnace built by John Wilkinson 1756-1757.