Fort Webb (2)

Fort Webb (2) (1861-1865) - Built in 1861 as a Confederate U.S. Civil War fort protecting Bowling Green, located at the head of the Barren and Green rivers and with two railroads passing through. History Confederate forces took control of Bowling Green in 1861, fortifying several hills in the area to protect the riverways and railroads in the area, including this Lunette. After the fall of Fort Heiman and Fort Henry Confederate forces abandoned the area in February of 1862. Federal forces moved into the city, completing the defences begun by the Confederates. Current Status Fort Webb Park in Bowling Green, Warren County, Kentucky. Location: Fort Webb Rd, Bowling Green, Warren County, Kentucky. Maps & Images Lat: 37.0119259 Long: -86.432502 Multi Maps from ACME Maps from Bing Maps from Google Links: North American Forts - Fort Webb IUSSA - Fort Webb Visited: 20 May 2015 Fort Webb (2) Picture Gallery Click on the picture to see a larger version. Contribute additional pictures - the more the better! Fort Webb Fort Webb ditch