7253 A national planning overview of 19th century forts and associated fortifications

19th century forts and associated fortifications are some of our coast’s most distinctive monuments. Architecturally and topographically they are striking places with clear historic significance often dominating their settings and localities. They embody the changing nature of 19th century conflict as the technology of the industrial age was applied to warfare, fuelling great rivalry between Europe’s imperial powers. Militarily most 19th century forts were declared obsolete in 1956, subsequently a number have b...