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Fort Victoria was built primarily for strategic military and trade purposes during the mid-19th century. Established by the British in 1843 on Vancouver Island, it served as a defensive outpost against potential American expansion and provided a base for the Hudson's Bay Company's fur trade operations. The fort played a crucial role in establishing British presence in the region and facilitating the settlement of the area. Its construction reflected the broader imperial interests of Britain in North America.

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