The VIII Conference on Military Monuments shall take place between 27 and 29 November, 2008, in the Algarve University facilities, in Faro.

The Conference theme, “Sea Coast Fortification: from the onset to modern times”, reflects the international debate that is going on about the past and present of these forts. The emphasis will be on the future: how to guarantee their maintenance, what actions can be done, what uses can be applied?

The Conference shall be attended by a significant group of internationally recognized speakers who will contribute to an innovative discussion that leads to conclusions on how to preserve and re-use the military heritage.

This event is organized by the Portuguese Association of the Castles' Friends, together with the Algarve University.