Discovering fortifications (Second Hand)

Discovering Fortifications: From the Tudors to the Cold War by Bernard Lowry explores the evolution of British fortifications from the late medieval period to the 20th century. The book examines how military

Discovering Fortifications: From the Tudors to the Cold War by Bernard Lowry explores the evolution of British fortifications from the late medieval period to the 20th century. The book examines how military architecture adapted to advancements in artillery, from Henry VIII’s castles to the pillboxes of World War II and the underground bunkers of the Cold War.

Lowry provides insights into the strategic defenses built to counter threats, including fortifications designed to suppress uprisings in Scotland and Ireland. The book also discusses the impact of concrete construction on 19th- and 20th-century fortifications.

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