Fort Morris

Fort Morris is an earthwork fortification situated on a strategic bend of the Medway River featuring original defensive walls and bastions across the grounds. The structure displays typical 18th century fort design with clear remains of the gun emplacements and ramparts that once protected the river passage.

The fortification was built by American forces to control river passage but fell to British capture in 1779 during a siege operation. The British occupation lasted only months before they withdrew, making this a pivotal moment in the Revolutionary War for the region.

The site reflects how people organized their community defense and prepared for threats during the colonial period through the layout of the fortifications. Walking around the earthen walls gives a sense of how residents valued strategic positioning along this river corridor.

The grounds are open to the public and allow visitors to walk along the earthen walls and explore the defensive positions up close. The site is best visited during dry conditions since the earthwork can become slippery after rain.

The garrison here consisted of only about 100 defenders who resisted a much larger British force during the siege. Their unexpected resistance gave them time to evacuate supplies and wounded before surrendering.

GPS coordinates: 31.76791,-81.28119

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:04