Fort Willem I, 19th century Dutch fortress in Ambarawa, Indonesia
The pentagonal fortress stands at a strategic location measuring 178 by 178 meters with storage buildings positioned at cardinal points.
Colonel Hoorn directed the construction of military barracks at Bawen during the Diponegoro War between 1827 and 1830.
The fort transformed from a Dutch military post to an internment camp during Japanese occupation and later became a base for Indonesian forces.
The fort contained accommodation facilities, military storage areas, and direct railway access connecting it to major cities in Central Java.
The structure features thick defensive walls without traditional fortification elements, making it distinct from other colonial military buildings.
GPS coordinates: -7.27086,110.41001
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:20
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