Les Caractéristiques architecturales et le système constructif du Blockhaus de Koléa

Abstract

Algeria includes an important military heritage, which is linked to the evolution of military architecture and the successive contribution of different civilization, from the Romans to French colonization. For that reason, Algeria contains a rich and exceptional military heritage. But unfortunately, this heritage is poorly maintained and not protected. It is present in the urban landscape, but at a discrete and fragmented manner. The safeguarding and the enhancement of the defensive heritage is in a bad state, because most of these monuments hasn’t been granted too much importance, which lead to its isolation and deterioration. Blockhouse of Tombourouf, which is located in the city of Kolea, is a defensive monument, which was built during the French period. This blockhouse has never been a subject of detailed study. Therefore, the objective of this research is to know, recognize and promote this building, but also to develop a theoretical support for restoration projects. The study of the history of Kolea, which is not very known, was essential, because it provided us with the necessary information concerning the reasons and the context of blockhouse of Tombourouf building, which is today neglected and almost forgotten. Through this work we have given a theoretical contribution to the production of knowledge for the benefit of our cultural heritage. We documented the blockhouse of Tombourouf on historical, architectural and constructive plan through a descriptive and analytical study, moreover with many operations of extraction and drawing of architectural and constructive details. We will finish this work with recommendations