Company of Cordwainers, City of York

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Corporate body

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Company of Cordwainers, City of York

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    • Company of Cordwainers, City of York; 1977 - present

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      Dates of existence

      1977 - present

      History

      The Company of Cordwainers was initially founded in the Medieval period (or perhaps earlier) and is one of seven guilds still in existence in York today. Cordwainers were shoemakers, and the Company had influence over York's governance, trade standards and religious events. The Company disbanded in 1808, but was re-established in 1977.

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      Today, the Company of Cordwainers promotes the footwear and leather industry, and participates in religious and civic gatherings. Events include their annual Charter Day, which takes place in May.

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      The Company of Cordwainers was initially founded in the Medieval period (or perhaps earlier) and is one of seven guilds still in existence in York today. Cordwainers were shoemakers, and the Company had influence over York's governance, trade standards and religious events. The Company disbanded in 1808, but was re-established in 1977.

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      GB0192-463

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      GB0192

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      International Standard Archival Authority Record for Corporate Bodies, Persons and Families - ISAAR(CPF) - Ottawa

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