Fort William
Fort William
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Not only was Kolkata a British stronghold, it was also the main centre for Indian Army operations after independence. The majestic Fort William was constructed in 1781 in the honour of King William III. Situated on the picturesque … Read more
Not only was Kolkata a British stronghold, it was also the main centre for Indian Army operations after independence. The majestic Fort William was constructed in 1781 in the honour of King William III. Situated on the picturesque banks of the Hooghly, it stands tall as a testimony to all the suffering, defeats and victories of the past. Constructed in an octagonal shape the fort houses the famous St. Peter’s Church in addition to army accommodation, offices, and recreation and training facilities including a swimming pool, a movie hall, a boxing stadium and a firing range.
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