Why Is There an Abandoned Castle in New York's Hudson River | Bannerman Castle #abandonedplaces

There's a crumbling castle on an island in New York's Hudson River. But it was never built for royalty. Bannerman Castle was constructed by Francis Bannerman VI to store his enormous collection of military surplus, including weapons and ammunition. Located on Pollepel Island, the castle became the site of a devastating explosion in 1920. Decades of deterioration, fire, and abandonment left behind the mysterious ruins visitors recognize today. Discover the strange true history behind one of New York's most unusual landmarks. Subscribe to **Strange Detour** for forgotten history, abandoned places, and unbelievable true stories. #BannermanCastle #AbandonedPlaces #StrangeHistory #HudsonValley #HistoryShorts In this video: Bannerman Castle, Bannerman Island, Pollepel Island, abandoned castle New York, Hudson River castle, Francis Bannerman, Bannerman Castle history, abandoned places, abandoned buildings, Hudson Valley history, New York hidden history, strange history, forgotten history, castle ruins, mysterious places, military surplus, history shorts, Strange Detour