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John is facinated by the history of the Battle for Hartlepool. It was the first incident of German ships attacking the British coast during the First World War.
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THE HEUGH BATTERY
By John Sadler
John explains the story of a small gun battery at Hartlepool which defended itself against the mighty cannons of the German navy in World War One. The British won the battle but at a huge cost, both civilians and military lives were lost and there was enormous damage to property.

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Title:
THE HEUGH BATTERY
Contributor:
John Sadler
Length:
3.00 mins
Date:
11 Dec 2008
Source:
Video Nation UK
Region:
England - North East
Location:
Tyne
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