Audley Paul's Fort

Audley Paul's Fort (1757-1763) - A French & Indian War defense established in 1757 by Captain Audley Paul in present day Botetourt County, Virginia. Abandoned in 1763.

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  Audley Paul's Fort Marker Locale

History

A French & Indian War defense established in 1757 under the direction of Colonel George Washington. This post was one of a chain of defenses along the western frontier established by Colonel Washington to counter the French and their Indian allies.

Current Status

Audley Paul's Fort Marker

Marker A-48 only, site unknown on private property, Botetourt County, Virginia

Context

Location: Marker located on Hwy 11 south of Natural Bridge. Site unknown on private property, Botetourt County, Virginia. Map point is the marker location.
Lat: 37.608° Long: -79.615° Bing, Google, OldMapsOnline, USGS, OHM

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Sources:

• Roberts, Robert B., Encyclopedia of Historic Forts: The Military, Pioneer, and Trading Posts of the United States, Macmillan, New York, 1988, 10th printing, ISBN 0-02-926880-X, page 802

Links:

• North American Forts - Fort Audley Paul's Fort

Related:
Encyclopedia of Historic Forts, French & Indian War, French & Indian War Fortifications - Virginia, New or Updated Forts and Camps, George Washington,