Cinque Ports (1892)

By Montagu Burrows

Book Overview

Cinque Ports is a historical book written by Montagu Burrows in 1892. The book delves into the history of the Cinque Ports, which were a group of five ports located in the southeast of England during the medieval period. The ports were important for trade and defense, and were granted special privileges by the English monarchy. The book covers the origins of the Cinque Ports, their development over time, and their role in English history. Burrows explores the various battles and conflicts that the Cinque Ports were involved in, including the Hundred Years' War and the Spanish Armada. He also discusses the important figures who played a role in the history of the Cinque Ports, such as William the Conqueror and Queen Elizabeth I.Throughout the book, Burrows provides detailed descriptions of the ports themselves, as well as the surrounding areas. He also includes illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the locations and events he describes.Overall, Cinque Ports is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed look at an important aspect of English history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in medieval history, maritime trade, or the development of English society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164606239
• ISBN13: 9781164606239
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 270 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"