Hupp's Fort

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Hupp's Fort (1755-176?) - A settler home fortification established in 1755 during the French & Indian War by Peter Hupp in Strasburg, Shenandoah County, Virginia. Abandoned as a fortification in the 1760s. Also known as Peter Hupp's Fort.

Hupp's Fort Marker
Hupp's Fort Marker
Hupp's House

Hupp's Fort History

This fort was a settler defense built around the limestone house of Peter Hupp.

Current Status

Two markers located near the still existing house on private property in Strasburg, Shenandoah County, Virginia.

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Location: Private Property on Hwy 11 and Cool Springs Road in Strasburg, Shenandoah County, Virginia.

Maps & Images

Lat: 38.995119 Long: -78.355385

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Visited: 13 Apr 2012

Hupp's Fort Picture Gallery

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