Henry Head Battery, Coastal artillery battery in La Perouse, Australia.
The Henry Head Battery includes underground bunkers, tunnels, and gun emplacements positioned along the northern entrance of Botany Bay.
Constructed between 1892 and 1895, the battery contained two BL 6-inch Mk V disappearing guns for protecting the coastline against naval threats.
The fortification represents Australian military engineering practices of the late 19th century, reflecting the nation's coastal defense strategies.
Visitors can access the battery site through walking paths in La Perouse, with visible remains of the military structures available for exploration.
The ammunition storage rooms feature double walls and vaulted ceilings designed to withstand direct hits during combat situations.
Location: New South Wales
GPS coordinates: -33.99827,151.23798
Latest update: March 21, 2025 05:01
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