Fort Coote

 (1776-1780s) - Fort Coote was a Canadian Coastal Fort in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Established during the Revolutionary War to help protect the Halifax Navy Yard. Named for General Sir Eyre Coote, a career soldier in the East Indies (India). Deactivated in 1780s.

History of
A 30' square blockhouse within a larger 90' square earthworks redoubt on Pedley's Hill. Three 24-pounders were mounted on the parapet of the earthwork facing the Navy Yard to protect it and also to cover the approaches to Fort Needham. Fort Coote could also accomodate some 20 men.

The fort was said to be located 143 yards north of the south side of North Street. The barracks at Fort Coote were reported to be still in use in 1784 housing 20 men. The hill on which the fort stood was later leveled in 1881-1882 to form a parade ground.

Current Status
No remains, hill was leveled in 1881-1882.

See Also:
 * Harbor Defense of Halifax

Sources:
 * , pages 16, 20, 103.

Links: 
 * North American Forts - Fort Coote
 * Locating the site of Fort Coote