The Story of the Domus Dei' of Portsmouth: Commonly Called the Royal Garrison Church

by Henry Press Wright

Book Overview

The 'Domus Dei', otherwise known as the Garrison Church, in Portsmouth is a familiar landmark to ships sailing into and out of Portsmouth Harbour. It was originally founded about 1210 as a 'hospital' for travellers - especially pilgrims - arriving at the port. After the Reformation its main building became a church, and was frequently used by naval and army personnel before embarkation. In 1814 the sovereigns and leaders of the Allies against Napoleon...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 110804462X
• ISBN13: 9781108044622
• Release Date: February 2012
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 282 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"