The British Empire and its effect on Plymouth


Plymouth Citadel


Plymouth Citadel was built after the English Civil War ostensibly to defend the port from attack, but it was also to keep an eye on the rebellious Plymothians who had been loyal to parliament during the war.


Empire in Your Backyard: Plymouth Article


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