Five Fascinating Maritime Artefacts at Sally Antiques
Maritime history is rich with tales of adventure, bravery, and innovation. Today, we delve into five unique artefacts in our […]
The Historical Journey of Christmas: Celebrating Tradition and Finding Treasures at Sally Antiques
Christmas, a joyous time of festivities and traditions, brings warmth and togetherness to people around the world. But have you
Why is Portsmouth called Pompey? The theories...
Why is Portsmouth called Pompey? Actually, no one knows. The current theories are… The original colour of Portsmouth Football Club
HMS Victory - The Iconic Ship That Refused To Die!
~ HMS Victory - The Iconic Ship That Refused To Die! ~ Ok, we all know about HMS Victory, Nelson
The Plains Rifle - A History
The Plains rifle is an iconic firearm that played a significant role in the expansion of the United States westward
A Short History Of Lumps Fort Or Now A Bed Of Roses
~ A Short History Of Lumps Fort Or Now A Bed Of Roses ~ Originally a farm settlement occupied by
History, Facts
What lies underneath!
Did you know that Portsea Island is probably the most geologically diverse city (am using my old school Geolgy 'O'
How a Southsea drapers assistant wrote the key tracts for the United Nations
How a former Victorian Southsea apprentice, who worked at Draper’s Emporium on the corner of King’s Road and St Paul’s
John Pounds | A History of Portsmouth
Another Portsmouth first, the British birthplace of free education for our children. John Pounds (June 17, 1766 – January 1,
Copnor History - Quick Facts...
The Saxons settled on Portsea Island in the 6th century by a warrior called Coppa. He owned a stretch of