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Jun 28, 2024 · This is a list of the various different nobles and magnates including both lords spiritual and lords secular. It also includes nobles who were vassals of the king but were not based in England (Welsh, Irish, French). Additionally nobles of lesser rank who appear to have been prominent in England at the time.
6 days ago · A History of the County of Gloucester: Volume 4, the City of Gloucester The volume takes both a chronological and a thematic approach to the history of the City from before the Norman Conquest to the twentieth century.
2 days ago · Gloucester became a county borough in 1889 and retained that status until 1974 when it was made a district, though keeping the style of a city.
Jun 30, 2024 · ARMS, SEALS, INSIGNIA, AND PLATE ARMS. Several different coats of arms used by Gloucester after its charter of 1483 depicted a sword between horseshoes and nails, a reference to the town's principal trade. One such coat was displayed on a mayoral seal used in 1492 and another on the Crypt school building of 1539.
1 day ago · Gloucestershire, administrative, geographic, and historic county of southwestern England. It lies at the head of the River Severn estuary on the border with Wales. The administrative, geographic, and historic counties cover somewhat different areas.
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6 days ago · This is a list of the 313 civil parishes in the ceremonial county of Gloucestershire, England. The former Cheltenham Municipal Borough and Gloucester County Borough are unparished. Parts of the former Mangotsfield Urban District are unparished.
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Jun 13, 2024 · Last week, Gloucester Main Street welcomed a special guest – the Hampton Roads Show! This exciting visit brought the spotlight onto our charming community and showcased the wealth of local businesses that call Gloucester home.