Fort Kent, Historic blockhouse in Fort Kent, Maine, United States.
The cedar timber blockhouse stands two stories high with multiple rifle ports and measures 23 feet 5 inches on each side.
Fort Kent was constructed in 1838 during border tensions between Maine and New Brunswick, remaining as the only surviving fortification from the Aroostook War period.
The site marks the start of US Route 1, extending 2,369 miles from Fort Kent, Maine to Key West, Florida, creating a significant transportation corridor.
The Fort Kent State Historic Site opens during summer months, featuring museum displays and educational exhibits about the border conflicts.
The structure contains original hand-hewn cedar timbers and includes special ports designed for both rifles and cannons on different floor levels.
Location: Maine
GPS coordinates: 47.25250,-68.59083
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:23
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