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Wagons

Scope note

Heavily constructed four-wheeled vehicles originally designed to carry bulk commodities and heavy loads, primarily in agricultural and commercial contexts, and generally characterized as boxes set on running gear; more substantial than carts; known since the 3rd millennium BCE. During the early 19th century some versions were adapted for passenger travel.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000215710

Broader Terms used

<cargo vehicles by form>

Equivalent Terms used

wagon

Created

13yrs ago

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