Clive Holden
Chatham Naval Dockyard & Barracks Through Time
- ISBN 13:
- 9781445618999
- author:
- Clive Holden
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 16.5 x 0.5 cm
- Genre:
- History, Military History, Armed Forces
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Chatham Naval Dockyard & Barracks Through Time explores the rich history of the Royal Navy's former base in Kent. Since Elizabethan times, Chatham has played a significant role in shipbuilding, repair, and maintenance, with its facilities supporting the construction of vessels for centuries to come.
The dockyard underwent major expansions in the mid-nineteenth century, including the construction of new basins and docks on St Mary's Island. This transformation enabled the Royal Navy to accommodate larger ships and provided a home for seamen at HMS Pembroke barracks, which opened in 1903.
Today, the historic dockyard and barrack buildings remain, offering a glimpse into the past for both locals and visitors. Clive Holden's book is a testament to Chatham's enduring legacy, showcasing its fascinating history through photographs and insight into the lives of those who worked there.
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