Fortress 2, Wommelgem

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Fortress 2, Wommelgem is one of the 17 fortifications belonging to the small defending girdle around Antwerp. Build in 1859, to be part of the Brialmont girdle to defend the city.
The fortress as well as the whole fortification ring, very soon had lost its defensive function, but it remained military property until 1975. After 2 years of neglect and destruction, it could be purchased by the municipal Wommelgem.
Ever since a part of the fortress is at the disposal of social an sports societies of Wommelgem.
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Coordinates:   51°12'9"N   4°29'36"E
This article was last modified 16 years ago