Mount Batten Tower

Mount Batten Tower
Turnchapel, United Kingdom (GB)
A 30 foot high gun tower guarding the southern approach to Plymouth harbour was built in 1652 across the water from Plymouth Fort (now the Citadel). It was designed to accomodate 10 guns on its roof. It was in use during the Second World War with two Quick Firing guns.
A 30 foot high gun tower guarding the southern approach to Plymouth harbour was built in 1652 across the water from Plymouth Fort (now the Citadel). It was designed to accomodate 10 guns on its roof. It was in use during the Second World War with two Quick Firing guns.
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Links: www.ecastles.co.uk
By: kjfitz

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