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Chronicles of the Customs Department - Softcover

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9781330106549: Chronicles of the Customs Department

Synopsis

This book offers a glimpse into the history of the British Customs and the amusing and creative ways people have attempted to avoid paying them over the centuries. From the Middle Ages to the 19th century, the author details the many methods used by smugglers and merchants to evade taxes on imported and exported goods. It is a fascinating account of the battle between the Customs and those who sought to outsmart them, shedding light on the history of trade and taxation in Britain.

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