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Pointe aux Cannon Battery

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Four cannons now sit in a park near the site of the old fort, but traces of fort have disappeared with the development of the town.
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The old cannon battery was replaced in the 19th century to defend the islands during the
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to defend the islands from British attacks in 1690–1713. The 6 cannon battery was
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A History of Newfoundland from the English, Colonial and Foreign Records
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Buildings and structures in Saint Pierre and Miquelon
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Cannons that defended the harbour against the English
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Saint Pierre Island
Saint Pierre and Miquelon

46°46′31″N 56°10′06″W / 46.775163566°N 56.16833266°W / 46.775163566; -56.16833266
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Pointe aux Canons Lighthouse
A History of Newfoundland from the English, Colonial and Foreign Records
Landmarks & Monuments
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