The Guns of Fort Dunree

Massive Cannon at Fort Dunree

Massive Cannon at Fort Dunree

While the role of Fort Dunree has waned over the years. Military history aficionados will have an enjoyable time here. On the hill outside the massive walls of the Fort are several massive cannons which are all pointed at the sea. Most of the cannons can be rotated left or right, giving them an excellent firing angle. The height of the hill at Fort Dunree also means they can see a lot just from this location which serves as a good lookout post for any invaders.

Smaller Cannon at Fort Dunree

Smaller Cannon at Fort Dunree

I don’t know much about military hardware other than it is a cannon, I do not have any specs with me, but I do know that the military hardware has been improved over the years. There were smaller cannons, or just a very large gun? There wasn’t any description near the hardware so I wasn’t sure what they were called. I don’t like these kinds of equipments since they are mostly used to kill people. However, I do understand their role in keeping the peace and how this land came to be because of these equipment. Hopefully, there won’t be any need to make use of such equipment. Now, if only they would let visitors fire them.

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