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Portsmouth is a city located in Hampshire on the south coast of England.
Portsmouth is the United Kingdom's only island city and is located on Portsea Island.
A significant naval port for centuries, Portsmouth is home to the world's oldest dry dock still in use and home to many famous ships, including Nelson's flagship HMS Victory.
On 13 May 1787 11 ships sailed from Portsmouth, to establish the first European colony in Australia. It is known today as the First Fleet in Australia.
Notable natives of Portsmouth include Roger Black (Olympic medallist), Isambard Kingdom Brunel (Engineer) and James Callaghan (British Prime Minister 1976-1979).
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