Fort Barrington, Colonial fort in McIntosh County, United States.
The wooden fortification stands along the Altamaha River, featuring earthwork defenses and strategic positioning for monitoring river traffic and surrounding territories.
Built in 1751 under Lieutenant Robert Baillie's command, the fort served as a critical defense point against Spanish forces from Florida and indigenous groups.
The fort represents early American military engineering and settlement patterns, demonstrating the interaction between colonial forces and native populations in Georgia.
Access to the fort remains limited as it sits on private hunting club property, with visits requiring advance permission from the current landowners.
Archaeological studies at Fort Barrington reveal military artifacts and structural remains that document the evolution of colonial defense systems in the American Southeast.
Location: McIntosh County
GPS coordinates: 31.48028,-81.61667
Latest update: March 6, 2025 02:11
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