The National Redoubt would consist of 1) a siege rampart, 2) a fort belt and 3) flooding. The fort belt would consist of eight Brialmont forts (built in 1859) in …

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February 23, 2025

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The fort of Merksem is part of the Defence Line of Antwerp. The Defence Line of Antwerp was decided by the choice of Antwerp as National Redoubt in 1859. The idea behind this was that Antwerp was the most suitable as a last fortification until the help of allies could arrive.

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1. Fort Merksem loop from Tuinwijk

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2. Fort Merksem loop from Tuinwijk

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3. Fort Merksem – Fort of Merksem loop from Merksem

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1. Fort Merksem loop from Tuinwijk

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