So, it's been a while since I've updated my blog. In part, I'm working on a fun blog that gives some insight to life in Britain. The other reason is because I've been taking advantage of the nice weather that we've been experiencing. Finally, some sun!
Dover Castle
The day planned for the Dover Castle trip, the weather was not so great. We had been experiencing some sunny and nice weather, and had hoped the weather would last. However, like usual, the weather was uncooperative and was slightly chilly and windy. Despite the weather, Dover Castle was pretty neat.
King Henry II began constructing the stone castle around 1180, survived the Great Siege led by Prince Louis of France in which the castle withstood 10 months of heavy bombarding. Dover Castle's defenses were further strengthened and became a strong symbol of England's Power, next only to Windsor Castle and the Tower of London. Tunnels run underneath the castle and were even used during the World Wars.
The World Wars saw the expansion of the tunnels, especially during WWII. The new tunnels consisted of a hospital and headquarters. Dover Castle was responsible for guarding the Straights of Dover and protect against any invasions. The castle was garrisoned until 1958.
Nearby Dover are other areas of interest: Canterbury Cathedral and Leeds Castle to name a couple.
Dover Castle
The day planned for the Dover Castle trip, the weather was not so great. We had been experiencing some sunny and nice weather, and had hoped the weather would last. However, like usual, the weather was uncooperative and was slightly chilly and windy. Despite the weather, Dover Castle was pretty neat.
King Henry II began constructing the stone castle around 1180, survived the Great Siege led by Prince Louis of France in which the castle withstood 10 months of heavy bombarding. Dover Castle's defenses were further strengthened and became a strong symbol of England's Power, next only to Windsor Castle and the Tower of London. Tunnels run underneath the castle and were even used during the World Wars.
The World Wars saw the expansion of the tunnels, especially during WWII. The new tunnels consisted of a hospital and headquarters. Dover Castle was responsible for guarding the Straights of Dover and protect against any invasions. The castle was garrisoned until 1958.
Nearby Dover are other areas of interest: Canterbury Cathedral and Leeds Castle to name a couple.
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