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Fort Monroe in Harpers Weekly during the U.S. Civil War


Fort Monroe (1819-Active) -

Early History

The first fortification built on this site was Fort Algernourne built in 1609 by Captain John Smiths settlers. Other fortifications were built here during the colonial period but did not last. After the war of 1812 it was decided that a system of coastal defenses were needed and Fort Monroe was the first of those to be built.

Construction

Construction on Fort Monroe began in 1819 and was completed in 1834. It was named in honor of President James Monroe.

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Lat: 37.00656 Long: -76.30602


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