Fort Loring

Fort Loring (1862-1863) - A Confederate post established in 1862 by General William W. Loring in Leflore County, Mississippi. Abandoned in 1863.

Fort Loring History

Established on an estate formerly known as "Cureton" owned by Colonel John D. McLermore near Itla Bena, Mississippi. Colonel McLemore furnished meat and corn to feed the troops.

Current Status

Fort Loring, Leflore County, Mississippi

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Location: Located at the former Florewood River Plantation State Park, Leflore County, Mississippi. Maps & Images Lat: 33.5251896 Long: -90.2494991 Multi Maps from ACME Maps from Bing Maps from Google Elevation: 125'

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 445

Links:

• North American Forts - Fort Loring

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