Fort Fanning
Fort Fanning (1838-1843) - A U.S. Army post originally established as Fort Number 9 E in 1838 during the Second Seminole War in present day Fanning Springs, Gilchrist County, Florida. Renamed Fort Fanning for Lieutenant Colonel Alexander C.W. Fanning, 4th U.S. Artillery. Abandoned in 1843. Also known as Fort Palmetto.
History
A U.S. Army post originally established in 1838 during the Second Seminole War. The post was abandoned 22 Feb 1843.
Current Status
Part of Fort Fanning Historic City Park, Fanning Springs, Gilchrist County, Florida. A reconstructed gate and stockade section are on the site.
Context
Location:
Fort Fanning Historic City Park, Fanning Springs, Gilchrist County, Florida.
Lat: 29.592° Long: -82.936°
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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 166
Links:
- North American Forts - Fort Fanning
- Southern History - Fort Fanning
- Explore Southern History - Fort Fanning
Related:
4th U.S. Artillery, Fort Mellon, Fort Number 9 E, Fort Palmetto, Seminole War Forts List, Seminole War II, Alexander C.W. Fanning,