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Iconic Palace on Instagram: "Dover Castle, often referred to as the "Key to England," stands as one of the most iconic and historically significant fortresses in the UK. Perched atop the White Cliffs of Dover, it has commanded a strategic position overlooking the English Channel for over 900 years. Originally built in the 12th century by King Henry II, the castle evolved from a simple hillfort into a sprawling military complex that has played a pivotal role in defending Britain from foreign…

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In 1066, William the Conqueror came to Dover after the Battle of Hastings to capture the port. He established a fortification, possibly around the church, but there are no surviving remains. The castle visible today was established by Henry II (r.1154–89), in the decade 1179–89. This was the castle that resisted determined sieges in 1216 and 1217 during the First Barons’ War (1215–17), when King John fought against a coalition of English barons and Prince Louis, heir to the French throne…

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