Sunday, June 16, 2013

Halifax Citadel

There have been fortifications on the hill where the Citadel now stands for 250 years. The present citadel was built in 1856. Costumed docents represent infantrymen of the 78th Highland Regiment and naval gunners who manned the heavy cannon of the fort.

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Barracks building

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Old gun; modern city.

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Officers drill new recruits.

Tom

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