Fort Strother marker
USA /
Alabama /
Ohatchee /
World
/ USA
/ Alabama
/ Ohatchee
World / United States / Alabama
place with historical importance, archaeological site, fortification, historical marker, NRHP - National Register of Historic Places, historic site
Stone monument marking the approximate location of Fort Strother, a stockade fort erected by General Andrew Jackson and his militia in 1813 during the Creek War. The fort site itself, located in the vicinity, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Inscription:
"Creek Indian War
Headquarters of
Gen. Andrew Jackson
1813-1814"
Inscription:
"Creek Indian War
Headquarters of
Gen. Andrew Jackson
1813-1814"
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fort_Strother
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Coordinates: 33°46'48"N 86°3'47"W
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