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| | Brigg Town, North Lincolnshire, History and Tourist Information |
 | | The first recorded reference to the county of Lincolnshire was in 1016 but the ancient territory of Lindsey, of which Brigg was part, existed as an entirely separate entity. |
 | | Local landowner and aristocrat, Lord Yarborough, saw John's photo and was moved to pay for the war veteran to be rehoused and to enjoy an allowance of tobacco. |
 | | Brigg were described as "a heavy, rough lot, who played the men first and then took the ball." Yet, despite all the changes, Brigg continues to function, as it has since the 13th century, as a popular market town. |
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