Will Adams Memorial

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Watling Street
Gillingham, England

The Will Adams Memorial in Gillingham, England, serves as a tribute to William Adams, the first Westerner to reach Japan. This memorial highlights an interesting part of Medway's forgotten history, connecting visitors to the local sailor who played a role in the fight against the Spanish Armada and later became a key figure in Japan. While it may not be a must-visit attraction, it offers a glimpse into the past for those passing by.

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Not A Must Do But An Interesting Memorial
1/6/2020

Having enjoyed a good lunch in the town centre, I thought that a walk would be a good idea and disco...

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Interesting part of Medways forgotten history
7/28/2019

Hundreds of people pass this every day, but I bet no one knows or even cares these days about this c...

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Memorial to the first Westerner to reach Japan
4/4/2018

William Adams was a local sailor who was involved in fighting the Spanish Armada, and later became t...

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