What is recorded here
This black commemorative plaque records: Fort Newhaven. Built to counter the threat of French invasion in the 1860s. The fort was restored in 1981 by The Fort Newhaven Ltd. in association with Lewes District Council and with the assistance of the East Sussex County Council and the Department of the Environment. Opened to the public for the first time in its history 7th April 1982 by General Sir Harry Tuzo GCB OBE MC Recorded plaque organisation: Fort Newhaven Ltd.
Fort Newhaven was constructed during the late 19th century as part of Britain's coastal defense system to protect against potential French invasion, exemplifying the era's military architecture and strategic planning. Its restoration and opening to the public in 1982 highlight efforts to preserve historical military sites for educational and cultural purposes.
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