| History and Recognition of 19th century coastal fortifications in Algeria. |
| Paper ID : 1007-FHVC25 |
| Authors |
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Sabrina CHERIF *1, Ouassila Menouer2 1Laboratory Environment and Technology for Heritage and Architecture/ البيئة والتكنولوجيا للعمارة والتراث (E.T.A.P), Saad Dahleb University of Blida1, Institute of Architecture and Urban Planning. 2Environment and Technology Laboratory for Architecture and Heritage (ETAP) University of Blida 1 |
| Abstract |
| In 1830, the colonization of Algeria by the French marked the beginning of a new era in coastal fortifications, mainly initiated by Napoleon Ist in Europe who attached a particular importance to coastal defense and introduced significant changes in coastal fortification techniques. Over time, these techniques evolved according to the progress of armament and defensive systems and would be transmitted to the French colonies, notably in Algeria. In other words, in addition to the medieval and Ottoman military structures already present, a new rich and deep system of fortifications was set up along the vast Algerian coastline between 1830 and 1870, of which the French military engineer was the leader of this operation. Today, these military works representing a heritage pose a great challenge since, despite their variety and history, they remain unfortunately unidentified and unrecognized as such. The main objective of this contribution is to highlight the type of fortifications carried out on the Algerian coast in the 19th century and contribute to their recognition and acceptance as military heritage. The research is based on the exploration of military archive documents as well as recent historical research in 19th century military architecture around the Mediterranean basin. It is also based on geolocation of the identified structures and thus contribute to establishing the inventory of 19th century military heritage on the Algerian coast. |
| Keywords |
| Coastal fortifications, Military heritage, 19th century, Algerian coast |
| Status: Abstract Accepted |