The Fortifications of Malta 1530–1945

From the Knights of Malta to British Rule

The Fortifications of Malta 1530–1945, Charles Stephenson The Island of Malta occupies a pivotal position in the Mediterranean, forming an outpost between North Africa and the soft underbelly of Europe. Such has been its strategic importance throughout the years that it has become one of the most fortified places in the world. Following the successful defence of the island during the Great Siege of 1565, the Knights Hospitaller built new walls and fortifications. These defences failed when Napoleon occupied Malta in 1798, and the island was retaken by the British in 1800. From this point onwards, Malta’s defences were modernised throughout the 19th century and the island’s final test came during World War II. This book examines all these different styles of fortification from the 16th to the 20th century.

Inhalt

Titel: The Fortifications of Malta 1530–1945
Epoche: Mittelalter bis 2. Weltkrieg
Typ: Militärgeschichte
Autor: Charles Stephenson
Illustrator: Steve Noon
Format: 64-page book
Sprache: Englisch
Verlag: Osprey Publishing, Botley, England
ISBN: 9781841766935
Publiziert: 2004

Kapitel

Chronology
Malta under the Knights Hospitaller, 1530-1798
Britisch Imperial Malta, 1800-1939
World War II and the second siege, 1939-1945
Zouave and Chasseur Uniforms
Malta today
Glossary
Bibliography
Index

This edition of the Osprey publications is an excellent study of the medieval to modern fortifications on the island of Malta. Period photos, fortification plans and cutaway drawings explain the layout and purpose of key installations found on the island, many of which are open to visitors. »The Fortifications of Malta« is a handy tourguide for history buffs, wargamers and modellers visiting the island. Diorama builders are sure to be inspired by the great number of masonry towers, walls, and forts, as well as the occasional concrete bunker located on site or found in the book.

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