The British Empire and its effect on Plymouth


HMS Avenger returning to Devonport


You can see HMS Avenger returning to the Hamoaze after its arduous campaign in the South Atlantic to liberate the Falklands. Here you can see the tug boats saluting her return with water jets. The Hoe was filled with crowds cheering the return of all the soldiers and sailors.


Empire in Your Backyard: Plymouth Article


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