History

Forte da Penha de França

It was an advanced work, defending the Ribeiro Seco cove, and was built in 1712, with Manuel de Ceia as the 1st constable. In 1801, part of the English troops, under Colonel Clinton, were quartered there.

People mentioned in this article

Manuel de Ceia: 1st constable

Years mentioned in this article

1712: Construction of the fort
1801: Quartering of the English troops

Locations mentioned in this article

Ribeiro Seco: Cove defended by the fort