Fort Porter, Military fort in Buffalo, United States.
Fort Porter stands at the meeting point of Lake Erie and the Niagara River, featuring a square masonry structure with crenelated walls and earthwork fortifications.
Built between 1841 and 1844, Fort Porter served as a military post through multiple conflicts including the Civil War and Spanish-American War until 1924.
The Thirteenth United States Infantry Regiment, stationed at Fort Porter, earned recognition as Buffalo's Own Regiment due to their extended service at the location.
The former fort location now serves as the foundation for the International Peace Bridge, connecting Buffalo, New York to Canada across the Niagara River.
A marble fireplace from the fort's commandant's house remains preserved within the Peace Bridge administration building as a testament to its military heritage.
Location: New York
GPS coordinates: 42.90060,-78.89670
Latest update: March 4, 2025 03:24
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