Plans to Restore the Fortifications of Wrocław between 1807–1830 Cover Image

Plany odtworzenia fortyfikacji Wrocławia z lat 1807–1830
Plans to Restore the Fortifications of Wrocław between 1807–1830

Author(s): Grzegorz Podruczny, Marcin Wichrowski
Subject(s): History, Local History / Microhistory, Military history, Social history, 18th Century
Published by: Wojskowe Biuro Historyczne im. gen. broni Kazimierza Sosnkowskiego
Keywords: Wroclaw; fortress; fortifications; history of fortifications

Summary/Abstract: In 1807 French troops demolished fortifications of Wrocław. This paper presents the ideas and designs for the rebuilding of this fortress from the period 1807–1830. In designing process participated following Prussian officers: Grawert, Rode,Pullet, Harroy, Boyen, Grolman, Liebenroth, and Schubert. The only today existingremains of this forgotten period of fortress Wrocław is the new city moat witha promenade, built after 1807.

  • Issue Year: XXII/2021
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 49-86
  • Page Count: 38
  • Language: Polish