On Blatchington beach : a village and the sea
Castleden, Rodney2013
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The biography of part of the Sussex coast is told for the first time: the central stretch of Seaford Bay. The coastline of East Blatchington parish is less than a thousand yards long, but it has had a surprisingly rich and dramatic history. In 1545 it was the focus of a startling attack by a huge French fleet. In 1809 it was at the centre of the Seven Ships disaster. Exploring the history of Blatchington beach uncovers the stories of many different people: fishermen, smugglers, wreckers, coastguards, soldiers and sailors, drunkards and heroes, murderers and their victims. The biographies of several little-known figures are revealed, some of whom performed remarkable acts of bravery, saving the lives of strangers in the sea.
Main title:
On Blatchington beach : a village and the sea / Rodney Castleden.
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Imprint:
Lulu.Com 2013
ISBN:
9781291335927 (pbk)
Dewey class:
942.257 EAS
Language:
English
BRN:
1267321