Drummond Battery, Wollongong

#8 among attractions in Wollongong

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The Drummond Battery, nestled in the coastal city of Wollongong, Australia, stands as an enduring testament to the nation's military history. This coastal defense installation, overlooking the Pacific Ocean, was constructed during World War II as part of a network of fortifications intended to protect Australia from potential Japanese invasion.

The site's strategic importance was underscored by its positioning; it was equipped to guard the vital industrial region of Illawarra, which was a significant contributor to the war effort due to its steelworks and coal mines. The battery was armed with two 6-inch Mark XI guns, which were capable of launching shells several miles out to sea, providing a formidable deterrent to any approaching enemy vessels.

Despite its formidable armaments, the Drummond Battery never saw active combat. The battery was decommissioned in the post-war years as the threat of invasion receded and technological advancements rendered such coastal defenses obsolete. Today, the site stands as a historical monument, providing visitors and military enthusiasts with a glimpse into Australia's wartime preparations and coastal defense strategies.

Coordinates: 34°26'22"S, 150°52'33"E

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Drummond Battery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wollongong Central, St Michael's Cathedral, Crown Street, MacCabe Park.

1.4 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Wollongong Central, Wollongong
37 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the coastal city of Wollongong, Australia, Wollongong Central is a vibrant shopping centre that serves as a bustling hub of retail, dining, and entertainment. This expansive complex is not merely a place to shop; it's a central gathering point...
1.6 miNE
Historical place, Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Michael's Cathedral, Wollongong
40 min walk • St Michael's Cathedral is a heritage-listed Anglican cathedral at Church Street, Wollongong, City of Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia. It is the principal Anglican church in the city of Wollongong and the mother-church of the Bishop of Wollongong. It was designed by Edmund Blacket and built from 1858 to 1859.
1 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Crown Street, Wollongong
26 min walk • Crown Street is the main street in the city of Wollongong, New South Wales. It was created in the early 19th century from a cattle track which follows a ridge from Mount Keira to the first farm house in the area, and quickly became the "main" street of the then-town.
1.1 miNE
Park
MacCabe Park, Wollongong
29 min walk • MacCabe Park is a small park located in the City of Wollongong, Australia. It is commonly misspelt McCabe Park, though the sign has since been changed to its correct name. In 1855 a land grant was made to Governor Brown, the present site of the park.