410-year-old fort uncovered in Tyrone

Remains of a 410-year-old fort have been discovered on the banks of the River Foyle.

Remains of a 410-year-old fort have been discovered on the banks of the River Foyle.

The bastion fortification was built by Sir Henry Docwra in 1600 at Dunnalong, near Strabane in Co Tyrone, as part of his efforts to gain control over the Irish chieftains.

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