The British Empire and its effect on Plymouth


At Anchor in Plymouth


This picture shows a ship at anchor off of Drake's Island with the Citadel in the background. Most of the Royal Navy would sail to the Tamar and Hamoaze to the left of the picture whereas fishing boats would sail to the Barbican on the right of the picture.


Empire in Your Backyard: Plymouth Article


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