Kent is justly known as the Garden of England. Within its borders the county boasts a wide variety of landscapes, from the Thames Estuary to the English Channel coastline and the chalk ridge of the North Downs. The heritage of its rich and diverse history can be explored throughout, from evidence of medieval cathedrals and castles, market towns, picturesque villages and coastal ports to places where its industrial past can still be seen. Photographer Bryan Phillips has captured Kent’s essence in this collection of stunning images, displaying the county at its best. For those who are proud to live in the county, as well as those visiting, this book is a must. Look through these photographs and you will quickly see why this corner of England has such enduring appeal.
By 1970, the boundaries of the county of Kent had been finalised, with parts, including Bexley, Bromley and Erith, being lost to Greater London. The capital’s red buses were still to be found in Dartford; otherwise the rest of west Kent was the territory of London Country Bus Services. The centre of the county, including the Medway towns and Maidstone, was where one could find Maidstone & District’s mainly Leyland fleet. Maidstone was also home to the last municipal operator in Kent, finally ceasing in 1992. Beyond Faversham and Ashford was the East Kent Road Car Company, with a fleet of predominantly AEC vehicles. Privatisation saw London Country’s operations become Kentish Bus, which was later to be taken over by Arriva. The same fate befell Maidstone & District, while East Kent was sold into the hands of Stagecoach. Very few independent operators ran bus services in Kent in the 1970s, but deregulation and council tendering meant that the smaller concerns were able to enter the fray. Many fell by the wayside, but several still run buses in Kent today, adding to the variety of vehicles and liveries to be found in the county. John Law has been photographing the Kentish bus scene since the early years of the 1970s and has amassed a vast archive of pictures, the best and most interesting of which are displayed here.
Kent has one of the most diverse and rich military histories of any county in England. The nearest point to continental Europe, it has been a natural target for invasion from Roman times and has been heavily defended through the centuries. Evidence exists of Iron Age forts in the county and many of the Roman fortifications such as Richborough survive today. Castles were built by the Norman invaders, most notably at Dover, and as military firepower increased a new generation of artillery-based castles was developed by Henry VIII at Walmer and elsewhere. New defences and fortifications continued to be built until the twentieth century. In the First World War, for the first time aerial defence became important, with observers aiding anti-aircraft gun positions and interceptor aircraft, and the coastal and aerial defences were extended further during the Second World War and into the Cold War. Numerous airfields were established in Kent, the Battle of Britain being largely fought in the skies over the county and the leading ace, James McCudden VC, was born and buried in the county. Naval power has also been important in Kent - Roman and Saxon fleets guarded the coast and in 1155 the Cinque Ports were founded to develop harbours to help protect the country, and later Chatham became a major naval base. Kent regiments have served in battles and wars for hundreds of years and the numerous memorials and cemeteries in the county are testament to the sacrifice of many in military conflict. This book provides a fascinating insight into the people, places and events that are Kent’s military heritage.
The Writer's Toast Here's to all the ex-wives in my life, Here's to all my money lost, and all the strife. Here's to all the friends I know, Here's to all the bad debts I owe. Here's to the glass I lift and say, Here's to another happy Zinfandel Day. KM Many thanks to my family, (especially Jill) who still support me, and my friends, and all of the fictional characters in my stories. Similarities in names are purely by accident.
Kent Monkman's art has been described as "stupendous" (New York Times), "sure to alarm and educate" (The Observer), and beating "Western history painting at its own game" (The Globe and Mail). Subversive, bold, and groundbreaking, the work of this Cree artist has transformed contemporary Canadian visual culture. Monkman's art is included in major Canadian and international public institutions and he is the only artist in this country to be commissioned by The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Kent Monkman: Life & Work is the first comprehensive book about the celebrated Monkman (b.1965). It is the only publication to trace the arc of his career, from his early abstract paintings to his rise to fame creating works that re-visit and reinterpret historic paintings to offer a powerful commentary on Indigenous resistance, remembrance, and the re-thinking of history.Author Shirley Madill chronicles the origins of Miss Chief Eagle Testickle-Monkman's time-travelling, shape-shifting, gender-fluid alter ego, who features prominently in his work-and details his youth in Manitoba growing up as a member of the Fisher River First Nation, where he first became aware of profound social injustice. Madill explores Monkman's provocative interventions into Western European and American art history, and shows how he created a body of work that raises awareness of the critical issues facing Indigenous peoples by fiercely addressing North America's legacy of colonialism, while also critiquing Western art history. Kent Monkman: Life & Work is the definitive publication for anyone passionate about Indigenous issues, art in North America, and contemporary culture.
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The scenic and varied county of Kent is known as the i?A1/2Garden of Englandi?A1/2. The coastal and market towns are steeped in history, as are the many country houses and castles. This A4 calendar for 2023 showcases much that this beautiful county has to offer. Includes postal envelope.
Kent State Memorial Service and March, May 5, 1970Introduction to the 2016 EditionThis photo essay was originally written for the McDaniel College (formerly Western Maryland College) Archives and shared with numerous participants and friends from the college community. It was originally spiral bound and had a printing of approximately 75 copies. The compelling reason for the original document was to show that in the midst of the violent outbursts throughout the country, particularly on college and university campuses, which immediately followed the invasion of Cambodia by the United States and the tragic shooting of students by the Ohio National Guard at Kent State University, individuals and groups could still agree to disagree and demonstrate their beliefs in a civil manner. At most universities, protesters, administrators and local police, as well as involved government officials, were not listening to or communicating with each other; rather, their posturing was often antagonistic and certainly did not lend itself to finding common ground or solutions. In May of 1970, however, on a small college campus in a rural, conservative town in Maryland, a simple Memorial Service and March was held in remembrance of the fallen students at Kent State. This peaceful march was made possible by cooperation, respect, and inclusion of all parties. The success of this event reaffirmed the possibility that groups who were widely divergent in their beliefs could all have their voices heard if they talked with each other and, more importantly, listened to each other.In 2016 we are again faced with divergent groups shouting their slogans at each other, but not listening, and sometimes not even understanding their own slogans. And so the shouting gets louder, and too often results in violence. McDaniel College's example certainly isn't a panacea for all the issues troubling us today, but it does serve as a reminder that we need to listen to each other, and respect each other, and honor each other's beliefs, before we can move on.
