Fort Bowman (1)

Fort Bowman (1) (1755-176?) - A settler fortification established in 1755 during the French & Indian War by George Bowman in Shenandoah County, Virginia. Abandoned as a fortification sometime in the 1760s. Also known as George Bowman's Fort and Harmony Hall.

Fort Bowman (1) History

This fort was a settler defense stockade built around the limestone house of George Bowman.

Current Status

The house still exists and restoration work continues. Private Property near Strausburg in Shenandoah County, Virginia

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Location: Private Property, Shenandoah County, Virginia. Maps & Images Lat: 39.002806 Long: -78.325275 Multi Maps from ACME Maps from Bing Maps from Google Elevation: .....'

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• North American Forts - Fort Bowman

Visited: 13 Apr 2012

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