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A street in Weymouth, one summer. Sunny and colorful. Weymouth is steeped in history. The history of the town stretches back to the 12th century and includes roles in the spread of the Black Death, the settlement of the Americas and the development of Georgian architecture. It was a major departure point for the Normandy Landings during World War II.

 

In the summer of 1348, a ship arrived at the busy port of Weymouth. The crew was unaware that along with their goods the ship was carrying a deadly cargo: the Black Death. Within a few days, hundreds of men, women and children would be infected. Within a few months, around one-third of the population of England would be dead.

 

What a jolly history this seaside town has!

 

 

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Uploaded on August 18, 2024
Taken on July 16, 2019