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With nearly 1,000 visitors over the weekend, this event organised by Wight Aviation Museum and Vectis 40s, provided a great 1940's showcase
History: Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight is rich with history.
From the middle ages to the Victorians and beyond, the Island spirit of independence, innovation and creativity is still felt today.
Below are articles in which stories of Isle of Wight history are mentioned.
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It is hoped the remains will go on public display at Dinosaur Isle, Sandown, in time for the school summer holidays
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Also on public display for the first time will be three new archaeological finds unearthed by local metal detectorists
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It's thought the shelter was built for the Queen's Coronation in 1953. It was discovered when the new owners moved in last year
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The commemoration takes place on Friday afternoon at Appley Tower, marking the first fleet of those convicted of petty crimes being transported to Australia
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The revealing historical detective work was commissioned by the history group Our Sandown and the non-profit organisation The Common Space, looking at ways the Grade 2-listed Town Hall can be saved
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This new exhibition on the history of Newport Mills combines traditional museum-style exhibits with artworks created by young people
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If you forgot to pop over to the Wight Aviation Museum on Saturday for the grand launch, there is still time to enjoy the opening weekend festivities on Sunday
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If you are planning what to get up to over the Easter holidays, put this on your list of things to do. The touring bus will be there until 18th April
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Put the date in your diary and invite family and friends to the Grand Opening of the Wight Aviation Museum. You'll learn about the fascinating history of aviation and aerospace on the Isle of Wight
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Check out the historic aerial photos of where you live, where you've lived before, where you went to school, or where you spent childhood holidays, all thanks to this new service from Historic England
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A project to commemorate the Lowtherville landowner involved a local resident, the local and Isle of Wight councillors, a removal firm and the support of the Lonsdale Estate in Cumbria
