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 * .. that in 1344 Derby Black Friary (tile pictured)) was ransacked by 40 men, who stole £60 of goods?}}
 * ... that the rare mineral Matlockite (PbFCl) is named after a town in Derbyshire?
 * ...that Swarfega was invented by Audley Bowdler Williamson from Heanor, Derbyshire?
 * ...that Harry Newbould was the first-ever manager of Derby County F.C.?
 * ...that Edward James, born near Breaston and educated at Derby School, was burnt at the stake and beatified in 1929?
 * ...that Derby is the headquarters of Rolls-Royce plc, the second-largest aircraft engine maker?

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