Fort Hetzel

 (1837-1838) - A Trail of Tears Cherokee removal fort first established in 1837 in East Ellijay, Gilmer County, Georgia. Named Fort Hetzel probably after Captain Abner R. Hetzel,. Abandoned in 1838.

History of Fort Hetzel
Established in 21 Oct 1837 by Captain William Derrick and one Georgia mounted company. Reportedly assembled 1100 captured Cherokee Indians for transport to Fort Cass by June 1838.

This post was abandoned about 20 Jul 1838.

Current Status
Marker at 1st Ave. and GA 515, East Ellijay, Gilmer County, Georgia. The old marker location is now the parking lot of a Walmart.

See Also:
 * Trail of Tears Forts

Sources: Links:
 * , page 225
 * North American Forts - Fort Hetzel
 * Waymarking - Fort Hetzel
 * NPS - Cherokee Removal From Georgia