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David Clark.
Battlefield Walks: The South.
Published London: Grange Books (Sutton Publishing), 1997.
ISBN 1840130091;
ISBN-13: 9781840130096.
Binding: paperback, perfect bound.
Printer: WBC Ltd., Bridgend.
Size: 153x233x9mm.
Page count: vi,154pp inc. 37 monochrome illustrations.
Main language: English.
Overall condition good: this copy has the usual external wear, some mild scuffs & marks etc., nothing too severe; pages starting to yellow with age; otherwise looks in good order, the spine is not creased from reading and the text appears to be free of marking.

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Weight without packaging: 316g.

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Battlefield Walks: The South provides a comprehensive collection of walks around the battlefield sites of the south of England, and covers military engagements fought throughout English history, from the Saxon victory at Ashdown in 871 to the site of a Second World War airfield — RAF Charmy Down.

The best known of the battles covered is, of course, the Battle of Hastings, but the book also includes Simon de Montfort’s victory at the Battle of Lewes in 1264, which enabled him to convene the first English parliament, and the last major battle on English soil — Sedgemoor, in 1685, the culmination of a rebellion, which resulted in the aftermath of Judge Jeffreys’ “bloody assizes”. In addition, five battles of the Civil War provide attractive and interesting walks, from the site of the Siege of Gloucester to those at Lansdowne, Cheriton and Langport. In all, twelve walks are covered, varying in length; while some are quite short and suitable for the everyday walker, others are more demanding and will provide an enjoyable challenge for the seasoned rambler. Helpful sketch maps, transport connections and suggestions for further explorations are included, and all the walks are circular, thus enabling walkers to choose their point of departure to suit themselves. Famous myths, mysteries and legends associated with the battles are recounted, and the text is amply illustrated with black and white photographs showing the places as they are today, as well as contemporary pictures of the historic events described.

An indispensable guide to the battlefields of the south of England, this book will prove a stimulating and informative companion for walkers, military historians and for the family in search of an enjoyable day in the English countryside.

The battles included are Ashdown (871), Maldon (991), Hastings (1066), Lewes (1264), Barnet (1471), Lansdowne (1643), Siege of Gloucester (1643), 1st battle of Newbury (1643), Cheriton (1644), Langport (1645), Sedgemoor (1685), RAF Charmy Down (1940-45).

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