Through the unrelenting efforts of Dr. James W. Holt, Jr. Fort Barton was preserved. It was given to the town of Tiverton by the Newport Historical Society in 1968. In 1777 the site was fortified by the colonial army to defend against British troops then occupying Aquidneck Island, and from here was launched an ill-fated invasion in 1778, which came to be known as the Battle of Rhode Island. The restoration of the redoubt and the development of adjacent woodland trails was planned and implemented by Dr. Holt.

This plaque not only honors this site as a historic monument, but honors Dr. Holt’s efforts and achievements on behalf of the town.

Dedicated August 18, 2001

Marker is at the intersection of Highland Road and Lawton Avenue, on the left when traveling south on Highland Road.

Courtesy hmdb.org

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