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'''Portsmouth''' is a port city in [[Hampshire]], on the South Coast of [[England]]. It is located on the small island of Portsea Island, divided from the mainland by a narrow creek, crossed by three road bridges and one railway bridge. This makes it the only island city in England. The island and town overlook a large natural harbour (Portsmouth Harbour), the advantages of which have led to Portsmouth's long history as a Naval base, which continues to this day. Portsmouth was one of the most heavily fortified towns in Britain in the 19th century, with defensive lines created by [[Lord Palmerstone]] on the [[Gosport]] peninsula and the long ridge of Portsdown Hill to protect the base against a feared French attack. During the [[Second World War]] Portsmouth suffered heavy bombing by the [[Luftwaffe]].
'''Portsmouth''' is a port city in [[Hampshire]], on the South Coast of [[England]]. It is located on Portsea Island, a small island separated from the mainland by a narrow creek, crossed by three road bridges and one railway bridge. This makes it the only island city in England. The island and town overlook a large natural harbour (Portsmouth Harbour), the advantages of which have led to Portsmouth's long history as a naval base, which continues to this day. Portsmouth was one of the most heavily fortified towns in Britain in the 19th century, with defensive lines created by [[Lord Palmerstone]] on the [[Gosport]] peninsula and the long ridge of Portsdown Hill to protect the base against a feared French attack. During the [[Second World War]] Portsmouth suffered heavy bombing by the [[Luftwaffe]].
Famous ships which can be visited in Portsmouth include [[HMS Victory]], HMS Warrior and Henry VIII's flagship [[Mary Rose]]. Portsmouth has a Ferry Terminal with regular services to the [[Isle of Wight]] in the UK, [[Cherbourg]] and [[Caen]] in [[France]], and to [[Bilbao]] in [[Spain]].
Famous ships which can be visited in Portsmouth include [[HMS Victory]], HMS Warrior and Henry VIII's flagship [[Mary Rose]]. Portsmouth has a Ferry Terminal with regular services to the [[Isle of Wight]] in the UK, [[Cherbourg]] and [[Caen]] in [[France]], and to [[Bilbao]] in [[Spain]].