Charlesfort-Santa Elena Site
Charlesfort-Santa Elena Site, French and Spanish colonial archaeological site in Parris Island, South Carolina, US.
The Charlesfort-Santa Elena archaeological site contains remains of French and Spanish settlements with defensive structures built during the 16th century.
French navigator Jean Ribault established Charlesfort in 1562, but settlers abandoned it within a year due to insufficient supplies and Native American conflicts.
The excavations at Charlesfort-Santa Elena reveal artifacts from French and Spanish colonial periods, demonstrating early European settlement patterns in North America.
Visitors can explore the archaeological site through interpretative programs provided by historical organizations on Parris Island, South Carolina.
Research teams discovered the only known early Spanish pottery kiln from colonial times in North America at this location.
Location: Beaufort County
Website: http://pdfhost.focus.nps.gov/docs/NHLS/Text/74001822.pdf
GPS coordinates: 32.30640,-80.67560
Latest update: May 11, 2025 16:00
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