Forgotten History
Fortified Position of Namur
Namur, Belgium
The fortified position of Namur was established by Belgium after the First World War to fortify the traditional invasion corridor between Germany and France through Belgium. The position incorporated the fortress ring of Namur, originally designed by the Belgian General Henri Alexis Brialmont to deter an invasion of Belgium by France. The old fortifications consisted of nine forts built between 1888 and 1892 on either side of the Meuse, around Namur. Before the Second World War the forts were modernized to address shortcomings exposed during the 1914 Battle of Liège and the short siege of Namur.
- Category
- Forgotten History
- Location
- Namur, Belgium
- Coordinates
- 50.44444, 4.80833
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q3399664
What is Fortified Position of Namur?
Fortified Position of Namur is a Forgotten History place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Fort de Malonne, Château de Flawinne, Chapelle canadienne de Namur, Chapelle Sainte-Madeleine de Wépion.
Where is Fortified Position of Namur?
Fortified Position of Namur is in Namur, Belgium. Coordinates: 50.44444, 4.80833.
How do I get to Fortified Position of Namur?
Fortified Position of Namur is at Namur, Belgium (50.44444, 4.80833). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.