What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: On this spot 12 October 1658 a 'phantom war' was witnessed, filling Hull with the sounds of cannons, muskets and drums Recorded plaque organisation: Alternative Heritage.
The Phantom Cannons of Hull refer to an unexplained auditory phenomenon occurring on October 12, 1658, where residents heard sounds of battle, including cannon fire, musket shots, and drum rolls, though no actual conflict took place; the event has become part of local folklore and historical intrigue.
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