Vauban forts

Vauban forts are a style of military fortress designed by Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban in 17th-century France. They feature star-shaped walls with multiple angled bastions, allowing defenders to cover all approaches and eliminate blind spots. This design maximizes defense and minimizes blind spots, making the fortifications more resistant to attack and sieges. Vauban's innovations also included strategic placement, massive earthworks, and reinforced walls, reflecting a sophisticated understanding of both engineering and warfare tactics. These forts are considered masterpieces of military architecture, emphasizing defense, flexibility, and resilience against siege warfare.