Fort Vauban - Berques- Nord pas de Calais- France
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lopac44
N 50° 58.005 E 002° 26.560
31U E 460864 N 5646275
Fort buidings near the city of Bergues
Waymark Code: WM9Z6A
Location: France
Date Posted: 10/20/2010
Views: 23
Originally fortified as early as the 9th century, the defences of the town of Bergues were rebuilt in 1383, surrounding the town with a brick wall periodically flanked by round towers. The town developed around two distinct centres; the lower town in the west and Saint-Winoc's Abbey on the heights to the east.
The year the "Fort" was constructed or started.: 1398
Name of "Country" or "Nation" that constructed this "Fort": France
Was this "Fort" involved in any armed conflicts?: Yes it was
What was the primary purpose of this "Historic Fort"?: For encampment of an army
Current condition: Restored
This site is administered by ----: Frence gouverment
If admission is charged -: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Open to the public?: Open or unrestricted access.
Official or advertised web-page: [Web Link]
Link to web-site that best describes this "Historic Fort": [Web Link]
Link if this "Fort" is registered on your Countries/ State "Registry of Historical Sites or Buildi: Not listed
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