All of the signal stations were in sight of each other so they could notify others of enemy attacks. Visual communication was all they had. This is a shot of the path up to the station.
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The ship docked in Bridgetown. We took a tour which took us all over the island. First stop: Gun Hill Signal Station. |
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Installed by the British militia in 1818, this was one of a series of signal stations situated 700 feet above sea level to detect enemies. |
All of the signal stations were in sight of each other so they could notify others of enemy attacks. Visual communication was all they had. This is a shot of the path up to the station. | |
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Les climbed on the roof to get this shot of the lookout. From here British soldiers could see enemy ships coming ashore. |