White Cliffs of Dover
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The White Cliffs of Dover are the region of English coastline facing the Strait of Dover and France. The cliff face, which reaches a height of 350 feet, owes its striking appearance to its composition
Viewed from the Strait of Dover
The cliffs' multiple layers of flint match those seen across the channel at Cap Gris Nez, France, evidence of a land connection between England and France in prehistoric times.
Evidence of erosion along the cliff top
Landslide near Dover Harbour, June 2012
Dover Castle
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Dover Castle is a medieval castle in Dover, Kent, England and is Grade I listed. It was founded in the 11th century and has been described as the "Key to England" because of its defensive significance
White Cliffs of Dover
…Caesar remarked upon their appearance when he invaded Britain in 55 BC. The cliffs served as a natural defensive barrier, reinforced by the building of Dover Castle in the 11th century. The cliffs gained symbolic importance during World War II, as a symbol of Britain's resolute defence and as a welcome sight for…
Aerial panorama of the castle
The Roman lighthouse, later converted into a bell tower for the adjacent church
The Tour d'Ordre in 1550
The view down from the (possibly Saxon) burgh, and Harbour beyond.