Fort William, Military fort in Szalejów Górny, Poland.
Fort William stands on elevated terrain at coordinates 50°19'28.243"N and 16°32'34.886"E, featuring architectural elements typical of 19th-century military structures in Poland.
The fortification, constructed between 1805 and 1829, was designed by architect Ludwig Müller as part of the regional defense system during a period of military expansion.
The fort represents a significant example of military engineering practices, demonstrating the evolution of defensive architecture in Central European fortification systems.
Researchers and engineering students frequently visit the site to study historical construction methods through photogrammetry and structural analysis techniques.
The structure incorporates specific architectural elements from the Montalembert tower system, which influenced military construction throughout Europe in the early 1800s.
Location: Szalejów Górny
Architects: Ludwig Müller
GPS coordinates: 50.32451,16.54302
Latest update: March 31, 2025 18:05
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