
17/02/2025
5 Facts About Fort St. Jago 🏰🇬🇭
1️⃣ Built by the Portuguese as a chapel but later fortified by the Dutch in 1666.
2️⃣ Unlike Elmina Castle, it was never used for the slave trade—it was a military defense post.
3️⃣ Located on a hilltop, it provided a strategic view to protect Elmina Castle.
4️⃣ The Dutch used it to launch attacks and defend their control over Elmina.
5️⃣ Today, it stands as a historic site offering stunning views of Elmina and the coast.
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