Fort Grange, Military fort in Gosport, England
Fort Grange stands as a polygonal structure with earth banks and grass coverings, designed to maintain a low profile in the coastal landscape.
Constructed between 1858 and 1863, Fort Grange formed part of Lord Palmerston's network of defensive fortifications to protect Portsmouth Harbor from land-based attacks.
The fort exemplifies Victorian military engineering principles with its strategic placement and construction methods that influenced subsequent fortress designs in Britain.
Located at coordinates 50°47′55″N 1°09′45″W, Fort Grange houses the HMS Sultan Royal Naval Volunteer Cadet Corps since 1984.
The fort served as an early aerodrome in 1914, hosting both the Royal Flying Corps and Royal Naval Air Service during crucial military operations.
Location: Gosport
Inception: 1863
GPS coordinates: 50.79854,-1.16237
Latest update: March 3, 2025 17:42
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