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John Rogers and Martin Beckman blue plaque

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John Rogers and Martin Beckman blue plaque
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This blue commemorative plaque records: This building lays over part of the town's 16th & 17th century defences, designed respectively by John Rogers (a military engineer to King Henry VIII) & Martin Beckman (a military engineer to King Charles II). Recorded plaque organisation: Kingston upon Hull City Council.
John Rogers and Martin Beckman were prominent military engineers who significantly contributed to the fortifications of towns during the reigns of King Henry VIII and King Charles II, respectively. Their work in enhancing defensive structures reflects their importance in medieval military architecture and engineering.

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