Fort Mose

Fort Mose (1738-1763) - A fortified Black community first established by the Spanish in 1738. Abandoned in 1763. Also known as Negro Fort (2), Fort Mosa and Fort Moosa.

Current Status

No remains. Site can be viewed from a distance from a catwalk over the marsh. No period guns or mounts in place.

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Location: Map point is the Visitor Center. Fort Mose Historic State Park, St. Johns, Florida. Maps & Images Lat: 29.929282 Long: -81.324999 Multi Maps from ACME Maps from Bing Maps from Google Elevation: 5'

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 188

Links:

• North American Forts - Fort Mose
• Florida State Parks - Fort Mose
• Fort Mose Historical Society

Visited: 16 Jan 2010

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