Fort Strong

Historical Site

Defenses of Washington

1861-1865

Fort Strong

Nearby to the north stood Fort Strong, a lunette marking the north end of the Arlington Line constructed in August 1861. It had a perimeter of 318 yards and emplacements for 15 guns.

Marker is at the intersection of Lee Highway (U.S. 29) and North Adams Street, on the right when traveling south on Lee Highway.

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