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We’re thrilled to share that during the ongoing restoration works at the City Under Siege exhibition; officially known as Old Willis’s Magazine, our team at Wright Tech has identified a long-forgotten 18th-century defensive tower, once forming part of the magazine’s southern defences.

Through extensive historical research and cartographic analysis; supported by maps from the Great Siege (1779–1783) and a rare 1900 photograph, we’ve been able to confirm the tower’s location and role within the complex.

Even more remarkably, the tower contains a machicolation built directly into its base, a defensive shaft used to drop grenades or heavy projectiles onto enemy forces attempting to scale the cliffs below. This feature is unique in Gibraltar, and redefines our understanding of the site, not merely as a storage depot, but as an active defensive fortification.

This finding continues our mission to uncover and preserve Gibraltar’s layered military heritage, showing how centuries of adaptation and ingenuity shaped the Rock into one of the world’s most formidable fortresses.

Plans are now being adapted to ensure this rediscovered element is included within the site’s interpretation and accessible to future visitors.

Restoration Works At “City Under Siege” Lead To Identification Of Forg The Government says the ongoing restoration of Old Willis’s Magazine has led to the identification of an 18th-century defensive tower. A statement from the Government follows below: The ongoing restoration of Old Willis’s Magazine, commonly known as the

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Upgrade and Restoration of City Under Siege Exhibition As part of the continuing development and improvements within the Upper Rock, work has commenced to restore and upgrade the City Under Siege Exhibition, one of Gibraltar’s most historically significant heritage sites. A statement continued: “Located wit

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📣 Gibraltar’s Heritage Weekend 2025! 🇬🇮✨

GCS, on behalf of the Ministries of Tourism & Culture, is proud to present a vibrant programme celebrating Gibraltar’s rich history:

VE Day 80th Anniversary Ceremony at the Moorish Castle – 8 May
Outdoor event ft. GAMPA & JF Dance – 9 May
Street art & bollard tours for schools + interactive art templates
Historical tours with the Gibraltar Heritage Trust – 8–11 May (🎟️ buytickets.gi)
WWII Tunnel displays & tours
Victorian re-enactments with UK & local groups

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