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Melbourne's Victoria Barracks was named after Queen Victoria and was built between 1856 and 1872. It was once the home of British redcoats before becoming the headquarters for Victorian and then Australian military forces. It is a beautiful building, which is framed by 4 guns captured during conflicts with the Britain's various enemies over the past 150 years. Located on St Kilda Road, it is has great historical and architectural significance and is one of the most striking 19th century government buildings in Victoria, Australia.