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Destruction of the fortifications of the Ionian Islands: Fort Neuf, in the harbour of Corfu, 1864. Creator: Unknown
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Destruction of the fortifications of the Ionian Islands: Fort Neuf, in the harbour of Corfu, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Destruction of the fortifications of the Ionian Islands: Fort Neuf, in the harbour of Corfu, 1864. 'The conduct of her Majesty's Government in demolishing the fortifications of Corfu before handing over the Ionian Islands to Greece has lately been made a subject of Parliamentary debate...Of Fort Neuf...only the interior works are to be destroyed...Fort Neuf, except the Bell Tower, is of Venetian architecture, and this part will be preserved. The whole fortress...was of enormous strength on every side, with a number of batteries, all closely masked, so that not a gun was visible from outside. The batteries are now entirely dismantled...On the summit of the citadel are a lighthouse and a signal-station...During the last three weeks..., hundreds of large guns and immense quantities of stores have been shipped for removal, and the English troops have begun to take their departure...There can be no doubt that the inhabitants of Corfu will sadly miss the accustomed presence of our military, who used to spend at bast £200,000 a year in that town, besides what might be got from an occasional visit of the Mediterranean fleet. But they have chosen annexation to the Greek kingdom, and their wish is to be fulfilled before the end of this month'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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A poignant moment in history: The destruction of Fort Neuf on Corfu, Ionian Islands, as captured in a haunting photograph. In the year 1864, amidst great change and upheaval, British forces were busy dismantling the fortifications they had once protected. This striking image shows the remnants of what was once an imposing stronghold, its walls now breached and crumbling.
As reported in "Illustrated London News" that same year, Fort Neuf's destruction marked a significant turning point for Corfu and Greece as a whole. The Ionian Islands were to be annexed by Greece, bringing an end to British rule. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the passage of time and the impermanence of even the most imposing structures.
The image is all the more evocative given its connection to Fort Neuf's rich history, which dates back to Venetian times. The preserved Bell Tower stands out against the backdrop of destruction, serving as a poignant symbol of what once was. This photograph offers us a glimpse into a momentous era in European history, one marked by change and transition.
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