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BMS Controls Glossary

Monitor Building

What is the definition of a Monitor Building? This is an architectural style of building that was developed in the United States during the American Civil War. The Monitor Building is characterized by its tall, cylindrical shape with a slanting roof. The roof of the building typically has a central opening in its center, which is designed to allow cannons or other large gun-like weapons to be fired from the building. Monitor Buildings were designed to provide a fortified place of defense against enemy bombardment. They were designed to be resistant to large-caliber cannon fire and small-arms fire, and the walls were usually reinforced with sandbags or earthworks. The Monitor Buildings were typically built with a solid brick wall and a wooden roof, and the walls were often placed on a raised floor. The Monitor Buildings were constructed to provide protection for soldiers and civilians during the Civil War and were essential for the Union’s success in the conflict. The Monitor Building style was popular in the 19th century and is still used