Fort Blount, Military archaeological site near Cumberland River, Tennessee
Fort Blount stands on an elevated position overlooking Cumberland River, featuring excavated foundations that reveal the original military compound layout from the 1790s.
The fort operated from 1794 to 1798 as a federal outpost along Avery's Trace, protecting travelers and merchants moving between Knoxville and Nashville.
Archaeological excavations between 1989 and 1994 uncovered multiple structures and artifacts that demonstrate the daily routines of soldiers stationed at this frontier post.
The site is accessible through Smith's Bend Road, intersecting with Tennessee State Highway 53, with Gainesboro serving as the nearest reference point.
French botanist André Michaux discovered the American yellowwood tree during his visit to Fort Blount in 1796, adding botanical significance to this military site.
Location: Tennessee
GPS coordinates: 36.31917,-85.75139
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:08
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