Fort Lytle

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

Fort Lytle History

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

Current Status

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Location: Chatanooga, Hamilton County, Tennessee. Maps & Images Lat: 35.0416667 Long: -85.3158333 Multi Maps from ACME Maps from Bing Maps from Google Elevation: 696'

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

Links:

• North American Forts - Fort Lytle

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