Beaufort Arsenal

Beaufort Arsenal (1795-1966) - First established in 1795 and completed in 1799 Beaufort County, Beaufort County, South Carolina. Abandoned in 1966.

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Fort Beaufort Arsenal

Beaufort Arsenal History

The South Carolina State Arsenal established in 1795 at the site of the old courthouse in Beaufort, South Carolina. Expanded in 1852 with barracks for 250 men and a six gun battery. Renovated 1934 by the WPA with one wing as a museum and the other wing serving as the National Guard Headquarters. Abandoned as a military post in 1966.

Current Status

Part of Beaufort Arsenal Museum in Beaufort, Beaufort County, South Carolina

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Location: Corner of Carteret & Craven Streets in Beaufort, Beaufort County, South Carolina.

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Lat: 32.432774 Long: -80.670478

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Elevation: 10'

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 709

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Visited: 14 Mar 2012