Fort Gilmer (3)

 (1838-1838) - A Trail of Tears removal fort established in 1838 south of Chatsworth, Murray County, Georgia. Named for George R. Gilmer, Governor of Georgia (1829-1831, 1837-1839). Abandoned later in 1838 after the removal.

History of Fort Gilmer
Established in 31 March 1838 by Captain Charles W. Bond and his mounted company of 67 men. Constructed in April and May 1838 to garrison troops ordered to enforce the removal Cherokee Indians and to contain the expected Cherokee prisoners. In all, the post reported escorting 334 prisoners to Ross's Landing to begin the removal.

This post was abandoned later in 1838 and the public stores were auctioned off.

Current Status
Marker only south of Chatsworth, Murray County, Georgia.

See Also:
 * Trail of Tears Forts

Sources: Links:
 * , page 223
 * North American Forts - Fort Gilmer
 * Georgia Trail of Tears - Fort Gillmer
 * Waymarking.com - Fort Gilmer Marker
 * NPS - Cherokee Removal From Georgia