Freshwater Bay on the western Isle of Wight was identified in 1545 Tudor defence planning as one of the most accessible landing points on the island for a French force entering from the western Solent — the route not covered by Yarmouth Castle which was not yet complete. The establishment of a watch at Freshwater Bay in 1545 reflected sophisticated understanding of the island topography and likely enemy approach routes.
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Isle of Wight militia deployed to Freshwater; western island coastal watch
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