Around Battle Through Time

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Around Battle Through Time

Local history Places in old photographs

Author: Nathan Dylan Goodwin

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Collection: Through Time

Language: English

Published by: Amberley Publishing

Published on: 15th October 2012

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 96 pages

ISBN: 9781445626574


Introduction

The small Sussex town of Battle owes its very name and creation to the famous Battle of Hastings which took place here in 1066; the most decisive and important battle to have ever taken place in England. Following Duke William of Normandy's crowning victory, Battle prospered through the Middle Ages as a market town, a tradition which continues to this day.

Landmarks

Always dominating the landscape of the town has been the magnificent Abbey which William created to celebrate his victory.

Storytelling

Through a collection of largely Edwardian photographs, this book tells the story of Battle and the beautiful, historic surrounding villages of Catsfield, Westfield, Sedlescombe, and Crowhurst; each village steeped in its own rich history.

Conclusion

Around Battle Through Time is essential reading for anyone who knows and loves this little Sussex town.

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