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Blenheim was established on the flood plain of the Wairau River and was frequently inundated until flood-control works in the 20th century ensured some protection. In this photograph looking north, taken around 1876, much of Market Square (foreground) and Market Street (background) was under water.
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Marlborough Historical Society, Marlborough Museum & Archives
Reference: 2009.067.0030
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