's-Hertogenbosch - Fortifications
There are some remains of 's-Hertogenbosch's fortifications, like the Citadel (1639), with cannon pointing towards the town to assert the authority of the state over the citizens. Four of the original five bastions also survive. The Citadel, restored between 1982 and 1985, now houses the provincial archives.
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Oranje Bastion
On the south side of the town is the Oranje (Orange) Bastion, with a cannon of 1511 known as Bose Griet, almost 6.5m/21ft long, with a bore of 17cm/6- 5/8in. The cannon was cast in Cologne and bears the legend "I protect 's- Hertogenbosch"; it proved, however, to be unfit for use. Farther east is the Baselaar Bastion.
