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C1871
Lower South Head
Rare engraving showing fortifications at South Head. Following the departure of British troops from the colony in 1870, work resumed on adding to the fortifications in 1871, and by 1874 there was actual artillery in place. This consisted of three … Read Full Description
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Full Title:
Lower South Head
Date:
C1871
Artist:
Artist Unknown.
Condition:
In good condition.
Technique:
Image Size:
170mm
x 112mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1871
Description:
Rare engraving showing fortifications at South Head. Following the departure of British troops from the colony in 1870, work resumed on adding to the fortifications in 1871, and by 1874 there was actual artillery in place. This consisted of three 10-inch, two 9-inch and five 80-pounder guns, supplemented in 1878 by torpedo firing stations at Green Point, south of Camp Cove.
