Europa Pass Batteries, Gibraltar
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Europa Pass Batteries, Gibraltar
Entrance to the Europa Pass Batteries - a group of artillery batteries in the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar.
circa 1910s
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© The Roseries Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Artillery Batteries Battery Europa Gateway Gibraltar Guard Overseas Pass Territory
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Guardians of the Gate: Europa Pass Batteries, Gibraltar, circa 1910s" 2. Subtitle: "An historical glimpse into the military past of the Europa Pass Batteries in Gibraltar" 3.. The Europa Pass Batteries, located in the heart of Gibraltar, are a testament to the rich military history of this British Overseas Territory. This evocative photograph, captured in the 1910s, depicts the entrance to this group of artillery batteries, which once played a crucial role in the defense of the strategic Mediterranean outpost. The image showcases the grandeur and imposing nature of the entrance, with its intricately designed gateway and the towering archway. The guard, dressed in military uniform, stands tall and alert, keeping a watchful eye over the passage. His presence underscores the importance of the Europa Pass Batteries as a vital defensive structure during that era. The Europa Pass Batteries were a significant part of Gibraltar's fortifications, which have seen numerous conflicts and sieges throughout history. This group of batteries, situated on the eastern side of the Rock, was built between 1725 and 1741 to protect against potential threats from the sea. The batteries were named after the then-reigning monarch, King Charles III's wife, Queen Amalia of the Two Sicilies, who was known as "Europa." The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the Europa Pass Batteries were at the forefront of Gibraltar's defense mechanisms. Today, these historic structures stand as a reminder of the territory's military past and its enduring significance as a strategic location.
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