Fort Peyton, Military fort in St. Augustine, Florida, US.
The garrison consisted of four log buildings arranged in a square formation, including quarters for troops, officers, and a combined hospital with commissary.
Major General Thomas S. Jesup established this military outpost in August 1837 during the Second Seminole War to protect the St. Augustine region.
The capture of Seminole leader Osceola near Fort Peyton marked a turning point in the relationship between United States forces and native tribes.
The concrete marker indicating the fort location stands on Arrowhead Drive, approximately 0.2 miles north of Winterhawk Drive in St. Augustine.
The fort, initially named Fort Moultrie, received its current name in recognition of Lieutenant Richard H. Peyton, who commanded the post in 1837.
Inception: August 1837
Website: http://waymarking.com/waymarks/WM4C3M_Site_of_Fort_Peyton
GPS coordinates: 29.82472,-81.36000
Latest update: March 9, 2025 04:47
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