Exploring an Abandoned Military Outpost (Blockhouse) - Urbex South Africa [Ep.25]

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  • čas přidán 2. 11. 2022
  • __IN THIS EPISODE:__
    A few steps away from the busy R59 highway, between Sasolburg and Alberton, you will find a Blockhouse next to the road.
    Between 1899-1902 blockhouses formed part of the critical infrastructure of the British Military during their battle with the so-called Dutch forces in the Anglo-Boer war.
    Around 8000 of these blockhouses were constructed over a two-year period, to protect the fragile and constantly targeted railway infrastructure, bridges and communication lines stretching from coastal ports to cities as well as military key points all over South Africa.
    The vast majority of these blockhouses were dismantled and demolished, however some still stand as a silent reminder of a bitter and foolish war.
    For many it means nothing, but for those who know and remember, the rocks cry out…
    So, explore with Rogue and Sinister as we do quick walkaround of this tiny piece of Anglo-Boer war history…
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Komentáře • 26

  • @TheRogueUrbex
    @TheRogueUrbex  Před rokem +2

    Join Rogue and Sinister as we explore the crumbling walls of a century-old Military Installation from the Anglo-Boer War, known as a "Blockhouse". Around 8000 of these were constructed, only a few remain today.
    So, lets take a look at this piece of history, and try to imagine what it must have looked like more than a century ago...
    Our list of places to explore keeps growing! So, feel free to let us know of places that you want us to go document in South Africa before they completely disappear.
    Thanks to all our viewers & subscribers, we really appreciate your support... 😎

  • @rivasbright6790
    @rivasbright6790 Před rokem +1

    Amazing!!! Such a cool little find!

  • @dayadventureswithgasper
    @dayadventureswithgasper Před rokem +1

    Such an amazing historic building. Great views inside and outside. Thanks for sharing this Abandoned Military Blockhouse with us. Have a great day my friend.

    • @TheRogueUrbex
      @TheRogueUrbex  Před rokem +1

      Thanks so much my friend 😁 , we really appreciate it. Stay safe, and keep exploring 😉 😎

  • @OBLIVIONevolvedurbex
    @OBLIVIONevolvedurbex Před rokem +1

    BLOCK HOUSE fascinating building thanks for the history had no idear these buildings existed nice explore guys

    • @TheRogueUrbex
      @TheRogueUrbex  Před rokem

      Thanks brother, we really appreciate it 😉. There are only a few of these structures remaining. Glad we could film it while it is still standing. Be safe my friend 🙏🏻

  • @ghosturbex5973
    @ghosturbex5973 Před rokem +1

    Vraiment sympa

  • @MAMysteryTours
    @MAMysteryTours Před rokem +1

    Great video showing support from Australia 🇦🇺

    • @TheRogueUrbex
      @TheRogueUrbex  Před rokem +1

      Thanks so much, we really appreciate it 😉 👍🏻

  • @introkoreawalkingtour4572

    I enjoyed watching your video. I will always support you. ^^🍒🍒🍒

  • @martinxplo
    @martinxplo Před rokem +1

    Nice exploration. Have a great day

    • @TheRogueUrbex
      @TheRogueUrbex  Před rokem

      Thanks my friend, really appreciate it. 🙏🏻 😉 Have a great day too 😀

  • @NelHanno
    @NelHanno Před rokem +1

    There is a one in Bela-Bela, Limpopo as well. Last I was there it was still in very good condition, you could even see some bullets still stuck in its walls.

    • @TheRogueUrbex
      @TheRogueUrbex  Před rokem

      Wow, that's awesome! When I am in that part of the country I will definitely check it out. Thanks so much Hanno, we appreciate it 😎 🙏🏻

  • @driessnrvanas1948
    @driessnrvanas1948 Před rokem +1

    Very interesting - wonder if any battles were fought there? 🥇

    • @TheRogueUrbex
      @TheRogueUrbex  Před rokem +1

      I wondered the same thing 🤔 , I wouldn't be surprised if there was some small battles fought around it 😅

  • @amandalee-jones2552
    @amandalee-jones2552 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I found an old shell casing of a bullet outside the blockhouse many years ago. Not sure if it dated back to the Boer war.

    • @TheRogueUrbex
      @TheRogueUrbex  Před 10 měsíci

      That is so cool 😎 . This place is somewhat dangerous nowadays, and unfortunately nothing is done to maintain and protect it anymore. Thanks for watching and commenting. We really appreciate it ✌🏻😉

  • @christianehuber1145
    @christianehuber1145 Před rokem +1

    Mystical and dark. An ancient relic of a dark episode in history. And when you know what happened back then, it gets under your skin. I only know the history of the Boer Wars from books. It is very interesting to see these places in the video.

    • @TheRogueUrbex
      @TheRogueUrbex  Před rokem +1

      We are basically 2 generations away from the Anglo-Boer War. There are very few of these places left, so we feel privileged to have been able to film a small part of history.
      Pity that mankind never learns from its mistakes, and today, wars are still waged on almost every continent. Thanks for watching. 😎😉

    • @christianehuber1145
      @christianehuber1145 Před rokem +1

      @@TheRogueUrbex yes, I agree

  • @louisduplooy8561
    @louisduplooy8561 Před rokem +1

    Diep in my boere hart.....

    • @TheRogueUrbex
      @TheRogueUrbex  Před rokem +1

      En in ons bloed my vriend... Dankie vir die saamkyk 😉👍🏻