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Dartmouth Castle K021155
Filename: K021155.jpg
Size: 3778 x 4630 (21.8MB)
Date: 16th August 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Source: English Heritage Images
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Dartmouth Castle K021155
DARTMOUTH CASTLE, Devon. View from entrance to Dart Estuary. Gun Tower 1481, North Gun Platform 1539-44, St. Petrox Church 1641
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Church Coast Defence Fortification Medieval Reflection Religion Tower Water
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1. Title: Dartmouth Castle - A Medieval Fortification Guarding the Dart Estuary 2. Description: This evocative photograph captures the enduring allure of Dartmouth Castle, a historic fortification nestled on the coast of Devon, England. The image, taken from the entrance to the Dart Estuary, showcases the castle's rich tapestry of history, with its ancient gun tower from 1481, North Gun Platform from 1539-44, and the picturesque St. Petrox Church from 1641. 3. History: Dartmouth Castle, a Scheduled Ancient Monument, has stood guard over the Dart Estuary since the late 14th century. Initially built as a defence against French raiders, the castle has undergone numerous expansions and renovations throughout the centuries to meet the evolving threats to England's coastline. The North Gun Platform, added during the reign of Henry VIII, housed heavy artillery to protect against invasion, while the St. Petrox Church serves as a testament to the enduring presence of religion within the community. 4. Reflection: The still waters of the estuary mirror the castle's towering silhouette, creating a serene contrast between the past and the present. The reflection not only adds visual interest to the photograph but also underscores the castle's enduring role as a guardian of the coast. 5. Defence and Faith: Dartmouth Castle is a remarkable fusion of defence and faith, a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit. The castle's military history is inextricably linked with the spiritual lives of those who lived and worked there, as evidenced by the presence of St. Petrox Church within its walls. 6. Conclusion: This photograph of Dartmouth Castle offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to explore the rich history of this fascinating fortification and the role it has played in shaping the landscape of Devon and England as a whole.
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