Carlisle

:This article is about the English city. For other Carlisles see Carlisle (disambiguation).

History

Carlisle has a compact, historic centre, including a fine castle, unique museum, excellent cathedral, and semi-intact city walls. The law courts are also of architectural interest.

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Because Carlisle was the last English town before the Scottish border, in the days when the two countries were separate kingdoms, it developed importance as a military stronghold, and Carlisle Castle is still relatively intact. Built in 1092 by William Rufus, and having once served as a prison for Mary, Queen of Scots, it still houses The King's Own Royal Border Regiment. Because of the frequently changing position of the Anglo-Scottish border during the Wars of Independence, Carlisle has a distinct Scottish ambiance, despite being in England.

Related Topics:
Carlisle Castle - 1092 - William Rufus - Mary, Queen of Scots - The King's Own Royal Border Regiment - Wars of Independence

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In 1916, during World War I, the government took over all the pubs in the town because of endemic drunkeness among munitions workers.

Related Topics:
World War I - Government - Pub

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