Fort O'Rourke, Civil War fort in Belle Haven, United States
Fort O'Rourke stands at the southeast intersection of Fort Drive and Park Place, featuring a perimeter of 160 yards with positions for 16 artillery pieces.
Constructed between 1862 and 1863, Fort O'Rourke served as the southernmost defensive position in the network of fortifications protecting Washington, D.C. during the Civil War.
The fort represents Northern Virginia's military preparations following Virginia's decision to leave the Union on May 23, 1861.
While no visible remains exist at the current site, visitors can find the location within the Belle Haven neighborhood community center of Fairfax County.
Named after Colonel Patrick O'Rourke who died at Gettysburg, this fort functioned as a redoubt to Fort Lyon in the capital's defense system.
Location: Fairfax County
Inception: 1862
Part of: Civil War defenses of Washington, D.C.
GPS coordinates: 38.78280,-77.06610
Latest update: March 10, 2025 10:27
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