Fort Cummings (2)

 (1814-1815) - An American War of 1812 Fort established in 1814 in present day Brooklyn, Kings County, New York. Abandoned as a fortification in 1815 at the end of the war. Also known as Redoubt Cummings.

History of Fort Cummings
Established in 1814 as an American War of 1812 fort (redoubt) in the defense of Brooklyn, New York. Built on the site of the Revolutionary War Oblong Redoubt as a square earthwork redoubt armed with 12-pounder cannon.

Abandoned as a fortification in 1815 at the end of the war.

Current Status
No remains. Location identified as at the intersection of DeKalb and Hudson Avenue in Brooklyn, New York.

See Also:
 * New York City Forts

Sources:
 * , page 547.
 * , page 115.
 * , page 971.

Links:
 * North American Forts - Fort Cummings
 * New York State Military Museum - Fort Cummings