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Documenting Trade and Commerce: Medieval Bills of Lading and Invoices
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What is a bill of lading?
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A document that acknowledges receipt of goods for shipment
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A bill of lading is a document that serves as a receipt for goods received by a carrier for shipment. It acknowledges that the carrier has taken possession of the goods and is responsible for their safe delivery to the consignee.