Description – The Lunet of Deurne was part of the first line of defensive structures protecting the city of Antwerp after 1851. It was built on a strategic location but was not part of a genuine defensive circle. Sometimes referred …
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A lunet is a triangular shape fortification with one open front. These defensive works are often built to support forts, redoubts or dykes.
Lunet 4-5
Description – Lunet 4-5 was located near front 4-5 hence its name. Close to Deurne it secured the access to Antwerp (Turnhoutsepoort) to the southeast.
Construction & Armament – This lunet consisted out of earth works and had no builings.…
Lunet Halve Maan
Description – Lunet Halve Maan is located on the defensive dyke that connects the fort of Zwijndrecht to the south with fort Fort Saint Mary to the north. It was built defend the dyke and guard access to the Borgerweertpolder …