Fort Scratchley, Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia
S 32° 55.572 E 151° 47.460
56H E 386962 N 6356246
Fort Scratchley was built in 1882 for protection against an anticipated Russian attack it is now a museum. It is open from 10 am to 4 pm. You need to book and pay for a guided tour.
Waymark Code: WMPNBA
Location: New South Wales, Australia
Date Posted: 09/25/2015
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"To protect the coastline in the event of an attack in 1828 an earthern battery named Fort Battlesticks was constructed, and the site, became known as Signal Hill. Further fears of an enemy attack saw a permanent facility completed and it was renamed Fort Scratchley after Lieutenant Peter Scratchley who was responsible for planning the permanent facility."