| History:
This week in time |
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this week in history... |
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The
20th century was a colourful and eventful time for Kent. World wars,
natural disasters and amazing inventions have all left their indelible
mark on the county. Take a look at our weekly snapshot of Kent down
the years... |
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24th
September
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1986
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Radio
Kent's new £1.5 million studios at Sun Pier, Chatham, were opened
by Princess Alexandra. She was shown around the station manager
Mike Marsh.
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29th
September
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1975
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A
soldier's local, The Hare and Hounds, Maidstone, was targeted by
IRA bombers. It was evacuated in time, thanks to the vigilance of
the landlord. No one was injured.
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30th
September
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1978
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The
North Downs Way, the long distance footpath which runs from Dover
to Faversham in Surrey, was officially opened by the Archbishop
of Canterbury.
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