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Revision as of 13:31, 1 June 2008

Fort Michilimackinac (2) (1715-1781) - This French fort was built to protect the straights of Mackinac and serve as a fur trading post. Later it came into the hands of the British.

Fort Michilimackinac (2) History

After being determined to be to vulnerable to attack, Fort Mackinac was built on Mackinac Island.

Current Status

Restored to how it was in the 1700's.


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Location: : 102 W. Straits Avenue

Mackinaw City, MI 49701

Maps & Images

Lat: 45.78694 Long: -84.73556

Sources:

MackinacParks:Colonial Mackinac
Wikipedia:Fort Michilimackinac

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