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Few counties can rival Essexs extensive and varied military history. The battles fought in Essex, and by its servicemen and women overseas, have not only shaped the history of the county but have directly influenced the course of British and world history. In Essexs Military Heritage, Adam Culling explores 2,000 years of the countys military history, beginning with Boudiccas attack on Roman Colchester then moving on to frontline battles between the Anglo-Saxons and Viking raiders, medieval and Civil War sieges and beyond. Throughout Essex no better connection to its military past is more present than the physical evidence that remains. Norman castles, Tudor and Victorian forts, coastal and inland defences and the RAF and US Army Air Force airfields from the Second World War are a few reminders of Essexs military past. From the largest war memorial in the county in Colchesters Castle Park to commemorative stained-glass windows in village churches, peculiar, intriguing and moving memorials of military sacrifices are ever present throughout Essex. From the Crimean War to the present day, Essex has been the home to many military units. None are more significant than the Essex Regiment who, along with their predecessors, fought bravely in conflicts all around the world. Munitions factories and wartime manufacturing, gallant and distinguished conduct, Zeppelin crash sites, requisitioned stately homes and secret nuclear bunkers, this book provides a fascinating insight into the events, people and places that represent Essexs military heritage.
- Illustratör: unspecified 120 Illustrations
- Format: Pocket/Paperback
- ISBN: 9781398103078
- Språk: Engelska
- Antal sidor: 96
- Utgivningsdatum: 2023-04-15
- Förlag: Amberley Publishing