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Figured dimensions only are to be taken from this drawing. All dimensions are to be Ground Plane Timeline checked on site before any work is put in hand. If in doubt, seek confirmation. This drawing must be read in conjunction with all other architects detail drawings, schedules 's People of the Sea and specifications. All drawings are to be read in conjunction with relevant drawings from other consultants. In the case of inconsistencies, seek confirmation. The earliest reference to the Newfoundland cod triangle can be found at the Jersey Archive in the will of Pierre de la Rocque in 1582 when he leaves his sons This drawing must not be copied in whole or in part without the prior written permission of shares in a ship, 'which is now unloading after her voyage to Newfoundland'. From this date Jersey men sailed in small boats across the Atlantic each spring Axis Mason Ltd. and returned in the autumn for ploughing. This industry brought the Island considerable wealth and prosperity until the 19th century. © Copyright Axis Mason Ltd The Newfoundland trade led to the establishment of branches of many Jersey families in Canada and as such the Archive holds substantive records of Ship Names people who settled in Nova Scotia, Gaspe and Newfoundland. 'Timeline Ground Plane' engraved Rev Description Dwn Ckd Date into the paving surface via stone SK1 Public Presentation LB LB 09.02.17 The Newfoundland cod trade not only brought wealth to St. Aubin's through trade, but also led to the establishment and growth of the Island's shipping carving or etched metal inlay. industry and by the 19th century a significant amount of vessels were manufactured in Jersey with one of the Islands largest shipyards located in St. Aubin's which will now plays host, on reclaimed land, to the Parish Hall.

As Jersey's shipping fleet grew in the mid 1500's (and travelled further afield to include the west of Ireland and down into and ) this coincided with the discovery of prolific fish stocks off the coast of Newfoundland. Jersey fishermen began to regularly travel across the North Atlantic and it wasn't long before they extended their journey down the eastern coast of the United States, making stops in Salem and Boston. During the next 200 years our merchant and shipping fleet grew and fortunes were made by many Jersey families, notably De Gruchy, Janvrin, Le Mesurier, Lempriere, Pipon and Robin. When was ceded to the British in 1763 large numbers of fish processing sheds, owned and run by these families, were constructed throughout the region and up into the Gaspe Peninsula. To this day Jersey names, as noted above, still crop up in this area of Canada and down into the north-eastern part of the United States.

The Cod Triangle

The Catholic communities in the West Indies provided a ready market for the cod caught off the Newfoundland coast and Jersey ships plied the seas down the eastern seaboard and into the Caribbean, where they would sell their cargoes of dried cod and collect rum, molasses and tropical fruits for their onward journey to Spain and Portugal. In Bilbao in Spain they would frequently swap their West Indian cargo for one of iron ore, carrying it northwards on the homeward-leg of their journey for sale to northern European countries.

Other vessels ventured further south below the equator to central and southern America collecting mahogany timber. The wealth that poured into the Island allowed for the building of many fine merchant houses and we are reminded of their origin today because they are still referred to as 'Cod Houses' which were constructed using South American hard wood and decorated with interior mahogany panels many of which still exist to this day. In the period of approximately 10 years from 1763 onwards the 'cod triangle' was at the height of its activities and the Jersey merchant traders stood on an international footing. Many businesses were established during this period, not only in Jersey but also in London and several of the English south coast ports.

After the American War of Independence in 1776, Jersey ships travelling down into the West Indies risked capture by American privateers and as the cod trade started to dwindle, the salting sheds gradually closed one by one.

Trade in the Newfoundland area didn't cease altogether, however, because the Jersey merchant traders came up with another strategy to continue their operations. In 1785 Jerseyman Charles Robin became the first to supply household goods, clothing and fishing equipment to the area and he set up a credit system with the fishermen, whereby they would pay him with fish at market value. The more fish they caught, the more the market value would drop and the more fish Robin had to trade.

Jersey people are by definition best described as 'a people of the sea' and their courage and tenacity played an important part in securing the Island's economic prosperity for several centuries. In the 21st Century those same traits are evident as the inventive and commercial nature of the Jerseyman has led to the relative economic prosperity of islanders.

In order to recognise these extraordinary achievements we will, as part of the design proposal, create a chronological timeline of historical facts that tell the story of St. Aubin's and the important role it played in the Islands mercantile development. The names of shipbuilders, ships, cargoes and trading ports will be hand carved into the granite paving to act as permanent reminder of the unique heritage of the area.

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Client: Parish of St. Brelade

Project: St. Aubin Village Improvements

Drawing Title: Presentation Drawing Sheet 6

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Job No: Drawing No: Revision: 2722 006 SK1