Fort Totten (2)
Fort Totten (2) (1861-1865) Fort Totten 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 August 1861 and was completed in 1863. The fort was named after Brigadier General Joseph G. Totten, Chief of Engineers.
The fort itself was a 270 yard, seven sided polygon surrounded by a dry moat that was twelve feet wide and seven feet deep. The walls of the fort were constructed of earth fifteen feet thick and eight feet high. The fort's armament included some 20 cannon and mortars and a long range 100-pounder Parrot Rifle. The fort saw action in support of Fort Stevens (2) when that fort was attacked by Confederate General Jubal A. Early on 11 and 12 July, 1865.
Current Status
The site is maintained by the National Park Service and is in relatively good state of preservation. Remnants of the earthworks and fortification features can be distinguished.
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