English Castles

Submitted by Hilda Whitworth(11th July 2009)

Colchester Castle, Essex

Colchester Castle was built on the Foundations of the earlier Roman Temple of Claudius (built around AD44). The Castle was built between 1069 and 1076. The Castle was ordered by William the Conqueror. In 1215 the Castle was besieged and eventually captured by King John following the altercation with rebellious nobles that eventually led to the Magna Carta.

A picture of: Colchester Castle, Colchester

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Colchester Castle, Buildings & Structures, Flora, Bygone Era, Colchester

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Comment by David Thomas(11th July 2009)

Nice perspective and angle..

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Comment by Sue Bristo(12th July 2009)

Lovely pic Hilda ... great information with it as well.

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