Fort de Nogent, Military fortification in Fontenay-sous-Bois, France.
The Fort de Nogent stands with a pentagonal bastioned rampart extending 200 meters on each side, featuring thick defensive walls and deep surrounding ditches.
Built between 1841 and 1848 under Guillaume Dode de la Brunerie's direction, this fort formed part of the first defensive ring protecting Paris against potential invasions.
The fort gained recognition when detained Algerian officers departed singing 'Non, je ne regrette rien', which later became part of the French Foreign Legion traditions.
The fortress currently operates as a French Foreign Legion recruitment center and includes a Salvation Army shelter during winter months.
Despite its name referencing Nogent-sur-Marne, the fort actually stands in Fontenay-sous-Bois, positioned to defend the neighboring municipality.
Location: Fontenay-sous-Bois
GPS coordinates: 48.84479,2.48180
Latest update: May 27, 2025 02:49
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