Medway even further back in time

 Medway's history dates back to the pre-historic era, with evidence of human settlements dating back to around 8,000 BC. The area was initially inhabited by Mesolithic hunter-gatherers, followed by Neolithic farmers. During the Bronze Age, Medway was home to a number of hill forts, which were used for defense and as settlements.

In the Iron Age, the area was ruled by the Celtic tribe of the Trinovantes. The Trinovantes were a powerful tribe who controlled much of southern England, and they built a number of settlements in the Medway area. One of the most important settlements was Rochester, which was founded in around 50 BC.

After the Roman conquest of Britain in 43 AD, the Medway area was incorporated into the Roman province of Britannia. The Romans built a number of roads and forts in the area, and they also established a number of towns, including Rochester and Chatham. The Romans also introduced a number of new technologies and customs to the area, which had a lasting impact on the region's culture and identity.

After the departure of the Romans in the 5th century AD, the Medway area was ruled by a succession of Anglo-Saxon kingdoms. The area was eventually incorporated into the Kingdom of England in the 9th century AD. During this period, the Medway area was a center of agriculture and trade. The River Medway was a major waterway, and it was used for transporting goods and people.

The Norman Conquest of England in 1066 brought a new era to the Medway area. The Normans built a number of castles and fortifications in the area, including Rochester Castle and Upnor Castle. The Normans also established a number of monasteries and churches, including St. Mary's Church in Chatham.

In the Middle Ages, the Medway area was a major center of shipbuilding and maritime trade. The Royal Naval Dockyard in Chatham was founded in the 16th century, and it became one of the most important shipyards in the world. The Medway area was also a major center of ropemaking, sailmaking, and other maritime industries.

The Medway area continued to be a important center of industry and trade during the Industrial Revolution. The development of the steam engine led to a boom in shipbuilding, and the Medway area became a major center of naval power. The area also saw the development of a number of other industries, including engineering, glassmaking, and brewing.

In the 20th century, the Medway area faced a number of challenges, including the decline of traditional industries and the impact of two world wars. However, the area has also undergone a period of regeneration in recent years. The Medway area is now a diverse and vibrant region with a strong economy and a rich history.

Here are some specific events that occurred in Medway during the 1st century:

• The Roman conquest of Britain in 43 AD.
• The construction of Rochester Castle in 604 AD.
• The founding of St. Mary's Church in Chatham in 670 AD.
• The construction of the Medway Bridge in 1361 AD.
• The launching of the HMS Royal William in 1695 AD.
• The establishment of the Royal Naval Dockyard in Chatham in the 16th century.

These events reflect the importance of Medway as a settlement and a center of trade and industry. The area has a long and rich history, and it continues to play an important role in the modern world.