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Weymouth and Portland: References & Edit History

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  • Jane Nicklen
    Head of Community Planning & Development at West Dorset District/Weymouth & Portland Borough Councils, England.

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Article History

Type Description Contributor Date
Added that it is thought that the Black Death entered England through the port of Melcombe Regis in 1348. Apr 10, 2014
Mention added of the World Heritage site along the Weymouth and Portland coast. Aug 29, 2013
Article revised and updated. Jun 03, 2013
Media added. Mar 28, 2011
Population data updated. Sep 05, 2008
Article revised. Dec 01, 2000
Article added to new online database. Jul 20, 1998
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