Drakes Island, Mount Battem etc. (1845)
J. Harwood
| Repository | Library | Shelf |
|---|---|---|
| Devon | West Country Studies | S SC2285 |
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SC2285
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CD 34 DVD 5
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The stranger's handbook to Plymouth, Devonport, Stonehouse, River Tamar, and vicinities. Devonport: W. Wood, 1850. Fifth Edition. pp. 32-3. St. NICHOLAS OR DRAKE'S ISLAND.This island, situated near the middle of Plymouth Sound, is, in its longest direction, three furlongs, and it comprises the same number of acres. It is connected with the south-western shore by a range of rocks, which is partially uncovered at low tides, and is locally designated the "bridge." Even at high water vessels of very small burthen only can pass these rocks, large ones being obliged to make a circuit of at least two miles, by going round the east side of the island. The landing-place is on the north side, where the ascent is by a flight of steps through a vaulted passage. This island is occupied by fortifications and barracks, which have recently been greatly augmented; the principal battery was completed in 1846, and mounts 19 pieces of cannon, ranging from 32 to 68 pounders. In addition to its defences the fort contains furnaces for heating balls red hot. About 140 soldiers and 40 gunners are stationed here.[Text may be taken from a different source or edition than that listed as the source by Somers Cocks.]
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Steel l.engr vign
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108x145mm
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No. 673
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Dates
1845