Fort Scratchley, Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Grahame Cookie
S 32° 55.572 E 151° 47.460
56H E 386962 N 6356246
Fort Scratchley was built in 1882 for protection against an anticipated Russian attack it is now a museum. It is open from 10 am to 4 pm. You need to book and pay for a guided tour.
Waymark Code: WMPNBA
Location: New South Wales, Australia
Date Posted: 09/25/2015
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member lumbricus
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"To protect the coastline in the event of an attack in 1828 an earthern battery named Fort Battlesticks was constructed, and the site, became known as Signal Hill. Further fears of an enemy attack saw a permanent facility completed and it was renamed Fort Scratchley after Lieutenant Peter Scratchley who was responsible for planning the permanent facility."
The year the "Fort" was constructed or started.: 1882

Name of "Country" or "Nation" that constructed this "Fort": Australia

Was this "Fort" involved in any armed conflicts?: Yes it was

What was the primary purpose of this "Historic Fort"?: Used for defence of a border or land claim.

Current condition: Renovated into a military museum

This site is administered by ----: Fort Scratchley Historic Site

If admission is charged -: 0.00 (listed in local currency)

Open to the public?: Restricted hours -Admission charged

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Link to web-site that best describes this "Historic Fort": Not listed

Link if this "Fort" is registered on your Countries/ State "Registry of Historical Sites or Buildi: Not listed
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