Форт «Граф Берг», 19th century defensive fort in Brest, Belarus.
Fort Graf Berg is a pentagonal fortification in Brest featuring dry moats, artillery casemates, and thick earthen ramparts protecting brick structures. Underground passages link various sections of the fort together.
The fort was built in 1869 under Colonel Korotkevich-Nochevnoy's supervision to protect both Brest Fortress and the new Warsaw-Terespol railway line. Construction occurred during a period of military expansion and fortification modernization in the region.
The fort received its name from Field Marshal Count Berg, who arrived in Terespol in 1867 to inaugurate the Warsaw-Terespol railway.
Access to the fort requires planning ahead as the grounds are controlled and may have limited visiting hours. Wearing sturdy shoes is advisable, and checking current opening conditions before visiting is recommended.
In 1912 the military constructed a refrigeration facility within the fort to store meat supplies for the garrison. This unusual feature shows the practical demands of military logistics in the early 20th century.
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