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The fort consists of Fort d'Entrecasteaux above and Fort Ganteaume below. Strategically located at the entrance to the Vieux Port, this fort was built under Louis XIV, who wanted to keep Marseille at bay in case of rebellion.
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The fort occupies a limestone spur between the port, Saint-Victor abbey and the Pharo. For a time, the construction enclosed the Saint-Nicolas chapel built in the Middle Ages, which was later destroyed.
Built in 1660 by the Chevalier de Clerville, the double-enclosure system of ditches and bastions illustrates the need to adapt to the offensive capabilities of fire artillery. In addition to its defensive role, this work indirectly bears witness to the evolution of the art of warfare and...
Built in 1660 by the Chevalier de Clerville, the double-enclosure system of ditches and bastions illustrates the need to adapt to the offensive capabilities of fire artillery. In addition to its defensive role, this work indirectly bears witness to the evolution of the art of warfare and...
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