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Portland Cement’s Rise From Ancient Art to Modern Industry
The article traces cement’s history from ancient Rome to modern U S production, noting Portland cement’s invention by John Aspdin in England and its rapid adoption in the United States. It highlights Texas Portland Cement’s growth, plant investments, and a guided inspection tour of Trinity Portland Cement Company, underscoring the industry’s commercial scale and material impact.
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