Why Is Chelmsford The County Town Of Essex?
The town became the seat of the local assize during the early 13th century (though assizes were also held at Brentwood) and by 1218 it was recognised as the county town of Essex, a position it has retained to the present day. Is Chelmsford the only city in Essex? The City of Chelmsford (/ˈtʃɛlmzfəd/) is …