watchtower

Example Sentences

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From Escutia's watchtower, on Sunday, it was possible to trace how far the fire had travelled.

From BBC

The Israeli airstrikes hit residential apartments as well as militant watchtowers and outposts, killing a militant leader and at least nine other people including a 5-year-old girl, according to the Gaza health ministry.

From New York Times

During the Troubles, people crossing the border were subject to British army security checks - and surveillance watchtowers were placed on hilltops.

From BBC

With its high walls and watchtowers, the ancient citadel is curiously topical and symbolic.

From BBC

According to the museum, on April 11, 1945, as U.S. forces drew closer, Buchenwald prisoners stormed the watchtowers and overtook the guards, seizing control of the camp.

From New York Times