How does history stand a chance against bulldozers?

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How does history stand a chance against bulldozers?

Postby newsposter » Sun Aug 26, 2007 11:05 am

Architectural heritage more than just buildings
David Finch, Calgary Herald
Published: Sunday, August 26, 2007

City hall last year approved more than 700 demolition permits, and almost $5 billion worth of new construction -- more than Edmonton, Fort McMurray, Red Deer, Airdrie and St. Albert combined.

So how does history stand a chance against bulldozers? Though we spend billions on new construction, much of the work to preserve the past falls to volunteers...

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http://www.canada.com/calgaryherald/sto ... 53cc091c41
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