Chambers Blockhouse
Chambers Blockhouse (1855-1855) - A settler blockhouse/fort first established during the Washington Indian Wars in 1855 in present day Lacey, Thurston County, Washington. Named after Andrew Chambers owner of the land claim. Abandoned in 1855. Also known as Andrew Chambers Blockhouse and Fort Chambers.
History of Fort Chambers Blockhouse
Established in 1855.
Abandoned in 1855.
Current Status
Marker only at NW Corner of Rainier Rd SE and Prestwick Ln SE, Lacey, Thurston County, Washington.
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Location: NW Corner of Rainier Rd SE and Prestwick Ln SE, Lacey, Thurston County, Washington. Map point is the marker location. Maps & Images Lat: 46.984947 Long: -122.821022 |
See Also:
Sources:
- McDaniel, Nancy L., A Sound Defense: Military Historical Sites of Puget Sound, Self Published, 2013, 365 pages, ISBN 978-0-9759044-2-8, page 197
Links:
- North American Forts - Fort Chambers Blockhouse
- History Link - Chambers Blockhouse
- Olympia History - Andrew Chambers Blockhouse
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