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Dover Castle


 

Dover Castle is situated in Kent and has been described as the "Key to England" due to its defensive significance throughout history.

Early fortifications

Originally fortified (earthworks) by native Britons before the Romans invaded in AD43, It was built near the site of an 80-foot high Roman lighthouse (or Pharos), which still survives.

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Immediately next to the Pharos is the Anglo-Saxon church of St. Mary-in-Castro, which is about 1000 years old. It was placed in that spot so that it could use the Pharos as a bell-tower.

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The first castle was probably a Saxon fort, but after the Battle of Hastings, William the Conqueror improved the fortifications, building a motte and bailey design castle.

Related Topics:
Saxon - Battle of Hastings - William the Conqueror

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◄ Dover Castle: Introduction
Dover Castle: Henry II's castle ►

~ Table of Content ~

►Introduction
►Early fortifications
►Henry II's castle
►The secret tunnels
►The castle today

 

 

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