2010
TR1533 : Martello Tower number 13, Hythe
taken 15 years ago, near to Hythe, Kent, England
This is 1 of 10 images, with title starting with Martello Tower in this square
Martello Tower number 13, Hythe
On West Parade, a Martello converted to a dwelling.
Martello Towers
Martello Towers, or 'Martellos', were small defensive forts first built in 1805 in South East England during the Napoleonic War. They were also built on the East Coast of England and around Ireland, as well as three in Scotland and some in the Channel Islands.
On the flat parapet roof was mounted a cannon. The round shape of the building allowed it to rotate 360°, able to defend all directions. The entrance to the tower was raised above ground level to stop easy access by the enemy. Read more Link
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- Grid Square
- TR1533, 71 images (more nearby 🔍)
- Photographer
- Oast House Archive (more nearby)
- Date Taken
- Sunday, 11 July, 2010 (more nearby)
- Submitted
- Sunday, 11 July, 2010
- Subject Location
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OSGB36:
TR 158 339 [100m precision]
WGS84: 51:3.8782N 1:4.7803E - Camera Location
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OSGB36:
- View Direction
- NORTH (about 0 degrees)