Fort Royal, French colonial fort on Castle Hill, Placentia, Canada
Four cannons guarded the initial fortification atop Castle Hill, overlooking the strategic waters of Placentia Bay in Newfoundland and Labrador.
The French military constructed Fort Royal in 1687 as part of their colonial defenses, which later transferred to British control through the 1713 Treaty of Utrecht.
The fort's garrison of 60 soldiers maintained French military presence in Newfoundland while protecting local fishing operations in the Grand Banks region.
Parks Canada maintains the fort remains at Castle Hill National Historic Site, where visitors can explore the stone walls and gun placements year-round.
Fort Royal held the distinction of being the most eastern star-shaped fortification constructed on the North American continent during the colonial period.
Location: Placentia
Inception: 1687
GPS coordinates: 47.25110,-53.97150
Latest update: March 8, 2025 04:17
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