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Army: then and now

Infantry barracks were built in Preston village in 1793 during Napoleonic times, and at one time included stabling for over 1000 horses.

  • Preston Barracks: Napoleonic times to latest conversion

    Preston Barracks: Napoleonic times to latest conversion

    In 1793, fearing Napoleon may invade England and take the shortest route to London by landing his troops near Brighton, barracks ...
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