Fort Adams (1) Advanced Redoubt

Fort Adams (1) Advanced Redoubt (184?-1946) - Established in 184? as a redoubt in advance of Fort Adams on the northern end of Aquidneck Island in Newport County, Rhode Island. Mostly completed under the supervision of 1st Lieutenant Isaac Ingalls Stevens. Abandoned in 1946.

Fort Adams (1) Advanced Redoubt History

Established in 184? as a redoubt in advance of Fort Adams on the high ground about 1/4 mile from from the fort. The original intent was for the Advanced Redoubt to deny any enemy approaching from the land side the ability to lay siege to the fort from the high ground.

The redoubt was itself a sophisticated stone fortress that included inner and outer ditches, reverse fire galleries, interconnecting tunnels and a central core with an unusual dual circular staircase.

Abandoned along with Fort Adams in 1946.

Current Status

Part of Fort Adams State Park, Newport County, Rhode Island

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Visited: 4 Jun 2012

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