In 1791, Captain George Vancouver claimed the southern part of Western Australia for the British Crown. This strategic position led to the Princess Royal Fortress being built on Mt Adelaide in 1893 as the first Federal defence in Australia. The Princess Royal Battery currently functions as a tourist destination and provides an insight into the site and Australian military history generally.
The First Federal Defence in Australia, The Princess Royal Fortress, A City of Albany Web Development
   
 
 
Albany Barracks and the Princess Royal Battery
Military Heritage Centre - Australian War Memorial Gallery
Padre White National Memorial
HMAS Perth Interpretive Centre
First Dawn Service Display
Australian Light Horse Museum
 
HMAS Perth Anchor
 
In 1791, Captain George Vancouver claimed the southern part of Western Australia for the British Crown. This strategic position led to the Princess Royal Fortress being built on Mt Adelaide in 1893 as the first Federal defence in Australia.

The guns maintained their role as a deterrent until 1956 when the Forts were closed.

Enjoy a delicious meal or snack at the Military Institute Tea Rooms while you visit.

Something for all the family to enjoy.