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Fort Mahan (1861-186?) - Fort Mahan was one of the approximately 68 forts that surrounded the city of Washington DC and protected it during the U.S. Civil War period from Confederate invasion. Construction began in 1861 and was completed that same year. Named for Dennis H. Mahan, Professor of Engineering at the United States Military Academy (1832-1871). Abandoned in 186?.
Fort Mahan History
Established in 1861 to guard the approaches to Benning's Bridge across the Anacostia River. The fort was irregular in shape with nine sides and a perimeter of 354 yards. Structures included a guard house, two barracks, officer's quarters and a mess house.
Current Status
Fort Mahan Park, Washington DC
USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) Database Entry: 1680854
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