Fort Lytle

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Fort Lytle (1863-1864) - A Union U.S. Civil War Union fort built in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Abandoned in 1864. Also known as Star Fort (3).

Fort Lytle History

An earthworks fort built as a five point star just east of Poplar Street between present day 13th and 14th street. The walls were 20 foot high surrounded by 10 to 15 foot dry ditches.

Current Status

Unknown.

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Location: Chatanooga, Hamilton County, Tennessee.

Maps & Images

Lat: 35.0416667 Long: -85.3158333

See Also:

Sources:

  • Roberts, Robert B., Encyclopedia of Historic Forts: The Military, Pioneer, and Trading Posts of the United States, Macmillan, New York, 1988, 10th printing, ISBN 0-02-926880-X, page 743

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