Johnson's Fort (1)

Johnson's Fort (1) (1757-17??) - A settlers log family fort established about 1757 during the French & Indian War by William Johnson in Forsyth County, North Carolina. Abandoned as a fortification in 17??.

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French & Indian War (1754-1763)

During the French & Indian War William Johnson purchased a square mile of land along the Yadkin River in present day Forsyth County, North Carolina. He built a fort of "huge" logs on the land to protect his family and neighbors from Indian attacks.

Current Status

Stone marker only. Part of Tanglewood County Park, Forsyth County, North Carolina

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Location: Tanglewood County Park, Forsyth County, North Carolina. Maps & Images Lat: 36.003597 Long: -80.408144 Multi Maps from ACME Maps from Bing Maps from Google Elevation: .....'

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Links:

• Wikipedia - Tanglewood Park

Visited: 25 Mar 2012

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