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Portsmouth Naval Gazing-Dockyard

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Every time I walk into this port town, HMS Warrior- the first armor-plated, iron-hulled warship(1859) is right in the harbor standing tall and proud, a constant reminder of the age of naval dominance and the legacy  of  empire and seapower.  It  is in the misty salt water air too.   HMS Victory, Admiral Horatio Nelson's  namesake ship docked at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard-the Royal Navy's most famous warship,  hard to believe that you can fit 800 sailors on deck.

Beachy Head Eastbourne

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Beachy Head: Where England Meets the Sea Beachy Head Where England Meets the Infinite Sea Standing 162 meters above the English Channel, Beachy Head represents one of Britain's most spectacular natural landmarks. These magnificent chalk cliffs in Eastbourne tell a story spanning millions of years. ↓ Discover More ↓ A Geological Marvel Ancient Origins Formed over 100 million years ago from the compressed remains of countless marine microorganisms, these chalk cliffs are a window into Earth's prehistoric past. Each layer tells a story of ancient seas and vanished worlds. Natural Heritage The Seven Sisters and Beachy Head form part of the South Downs National Park, protecting th...

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