"An Old Gate of England" looks at Rye, Romney Marsh, and the surrounding areas in East Sussex, England. Almost entirely surrounded by the sea, these areas were once bustling sea ports and important entry points into the UK for people and industry. This volume explores the colourful history of this area from the start of recorded history, exploring the importance it has played in the development the country and its people. This book is recommended for those with an interest in English history, and especially that of East Sussex. Contents include: "The Cinque Ports", "Rye", "Rye (continued)", "Rye to Winchelsea", "Winchelsea to Hastings", "Hastings to Brede and Northiam", "Northiam to Rye", "Rye to Brookland and Lydd", "New Romney", "Dymchurch--By Lympne--To Bilsington", "Ruckinge to Rye", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.