This fascinating local history chronicles the growth and development of Devonport, a major port town in the South West of England, from its early days as a modest fishing village to its role as a major industrial center during the 19th and 20th centuries. With a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation of the region's cultural heritage, Richard Nicholls Worth paints a vivid portrait of the people, places, and events that have shaped Devonport's identity and character over the centuries. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.