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Filename: N060992.jpg

Size: 3328 x 4992 (11.4MB)

Date: 31st May 2006

Source: Historic England

Credit: Historic England Photo Library

Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5

Source: English Heritage Images

Job Title: Staff Photographer

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Fort Brockhurst N060992

FORT BROCKHURST, Gosport, Hampshire. Aerial view of the brick fort built in the 1860s to defend Portsmouth Harbour

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Media ID 1124221

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Defence Fortification Victorian


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> England at War > Defending the Coast

> Landscapes > Aerial Views

> Towns and Cities > Gosport

> Towns and Cities > Portsmouth


EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Victorian Defence: Fort Brockhurst over Portsmouth Harbour Fort Brockhurst, located in Gosport, Hampshire, is a remarkable testament to the Victorian era's military engineering. Built between 1860 and 1864, this brick fortification was designed to protect Portsmouth Harbour from potential threats. The aerial view captured by Damian Grady from Historic England showcases the impressive layout and strategic positioning of this historic fort. The image reveals the fort's star-shaped design, which was a common feature in Victorian fortifications. The fort's bastions, each with their unique angles, radiate from a central point, creating a formidable barrier against enemy attacks. The moat surrounding the fort adds an additional layer of defence, making it challenging for attackers to approach. The photograph also highlights the fort's impressive armament, with gun emplacements visible at regular intervals along the walls. These guns, which were state-of-the-art during the Victorian era, would have been used to defend the harbour against naval attacks. The fort's commanding position, overlooking the harbour, would have given its defenders a clear view of any incoming threats. Fort Brockhurst is a significant reminder of the Victorian era's military might and the importance of protecting strategic harbours. The aerial view offers a unique perspective, allowing us to appreciate the fort's grand design and the intricacies of its defensive features. This photograph is a valuable addition to Historic England's archive, preserving the history of Fort Brockhurst for future generations to explore and learn from.

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