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St Mawes Castle from Falmouth

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St Mawes Castle from Falmouth
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A named place photographed at this map point in Cornwall.
Built by Henry VIII in the 1540s as part of his coastal defense network, St Mawes Castle guarded the southern approaches to Falmouth Harbour. It is remembered for its strategic role in defending against potential French and Spanish invasions during the 16th century.

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