Fort Means

 (1838-1838) - A Trail of Tears Cherokee removal fort first established in 1838 near Rome, Floyd County, Georgia. Named Fort Means after Captain John S. Means, first commander of the post. Abandoned in 1838.

History of Fort Means
Established in May 1838 as a Cherokee removal fort by Captain John S. Means and one mounted company. A total of 467 Cherokee prisoners were moved from Fort Means to Ross’s Landing.

This post abandoned about 30 Jun 1838.

Current Status
No remains in Rome, Floyd County, Georgia.

See Also:
 * Trail of Tears Forts

Sources:
 * , page 229

Links:
 * North American Forts - Fort Means
 * NPS - Cherokee Removal From Georgia
 * Georgia Trail of Tears Forts - Fort Means