English Channel

English Channel is a body of water that separates southern England from northern France and links the southern part of the North Sea to the Atlantic Ocean. It is the busiest shipping area in the world.

Geography

The English Channel is about 350 miles long, and varies in width from 150 miles at its widest to 21 miles in the Strait of Dover. It is the smallest of the shallow seas around the continental shelf of Europe, covering an area of some 29,000 square miles.

History

The English Channel has played a significant role in the history of Europe. It served as a barrier to invasions and as a route for trade and travel. The Channel was a key factor in Britain's early naval history, and has continued to be a major shipping route.

Flora and fauna

The English Channel supports a wide variety of wildlife, including many species of fish, seabirds, and marine mammals.

See also

• North Sea
• Atlantic Ocean
• Strait of Dover

References

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