Liverpool Pilot House

Built in 1883 as headquarters for the pilots who, since 1766, have guided ships up the Mersey and safely to Liverpool’s docks.

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8 years ago

The first ever US. Submarine to see action was built 3 miles behind your photo on the other side of the River Mersey. In Birkenhead Docks in 1884. Nearby you will also find the prototype for New Yorks’ Central Park. Birkenhead Park. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-e…-merseyside-22112363CaptureHunleyhttp://www.dailymail.co.uk/new…sink-enemy-ship.html

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