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Nicknames & Narratives: Unveiling Gosport's Historical Nickname 'Turk Town'

Heritage Open Day: This project directly links to Gosport’s vibrant cultural heritage by delving into the town’s historical nickname, “Turk Town,” and its connections to the Turkish Navy, effectively bridging historical events with contemporary experiences. At the core of this history is the local naval cemetery, where 26 Turkish sailors from the 1850 visit of the Imperial Ottoman Navy are laid to rest. It’s heartening, especially in today’s context, that the Royal Navy seemed to care for them in both life and death. This piece of land in Gosport is forever dedicated to their memory.
event dateToday
venue addressGosport Museum and Art Gallery, 19 Walpole Road, Gosport, Hampshire PO12 1NS
event timesFri 12 Sep:1000 - 2100; Sat 13 Sep:1000 - 1600; Tues 16 Sep:1000 - 1600; Wed 17 Sep:1000 - 1600; Thu 18 Sep:1000 - 1600; Fri 19 Sep:1000 - 2100; Sat 20 Sep:1000 - 1600; Free Entry.
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