Mullaitivu fort

In this article, we will explore Mullaitivu fort from different perspectives, analyzing its importance in today's society and its relevance in various areas. From its impact on popular culture to its influence on politics, Mullaitivu fort has played a determining role in the way we perceive the world around us. Through in-depth analysis, we will examine how Mullaitivu fort has evolved over time and how it continues to shape the way we think and act. Additionally, we will examine the way Mullaitivu fort has been addressed by different academic and professional disciplines, highlighting its potential to generate significant changes in society. Throughout this article, we will reflect on the impact of Mullaitivu fort on our daily lives and explore its meaning in the current context.

Mullaitivu fort
Part of Mullaitivu
Mullaitivu, Sri Lanka
Remains of Mullaitivu Fort
Site information
TypeDefense fort
Open to
the public		yes
Location
location of Mullaitivu is located in Northern Province
location of Mullaitivu
location of Mullaitivu
Coordinates9°16′59″N 80°48′00″E / 9.283°N 80.8°E / 9.283; 80.8
Site history
Built1715
Built byDutch
Battles/warsSeveral

Mullaitivu fort (Tamil: முல்லைத்தீவுக் கோட்டை, romanized: Mullaittīvuk Kōṭṭai; Sinhala: මූලදූව බලකොටුව Mūladūwa Balakotuwa) was built by the Dutch in Mullaitivu, Sri Lanka. The original fort, a small wooden structure with palisades and earth, was erected in 1715. In 1721 the Dutch constructed a quadrangular fort on the site. The fort was initially erected to control the unauthorised commerce between the Chetties and the Kingdom of Kandy, it subsequently formed part of a strategic defence of Dutch territory against the Vannimai.

The fort was rebuilt by British during their occupation of the country in 1795.[1] On 25 August 1803 the fort was captured and destroyed by forces led by Pandara Vanniyan.[2][3] The commander of the fort, Captain von Driberg, and his troops garrisoned at the fort managed to escape by boats to Jaffna.[4] Pandara Vanniyan and his forces were subsequently defeated by Captain von Driberg and the British troops at Kachchilamadu on 31 October 1803.Now it is located into Mullaitivu Kacheri. [3][4]

References

  1. ^ "Dutch fort at Mullaitivu". AmazingLanka.com. Retrieved 20 November 2014.
  2. ^ Somasundaram, Daya (2014). Scarred Communities: Psychosocial Impact of Man-made and Natural Disasters on Sri Lankan Society. New Delhi: SAGE. p. 52. ISBN 9788132111689. Retrieved 19 November 2014.
  3. ^ a b "Pandara Vanniyan memorial place destroyed in Katchilaimadu". 23 April 2010. Archived from the original on 29 November 2014. Retrieved 19 November 2014.
  4. ^ a b "The Kandy war and the reprisals". Sunday Times. 31 August 1997. Retrieved 19 November 2014.