Fort King George South Approach Guns - Darien, GA
N 31° 21.819 W 081° 24.886
17R E 460554 N 3469978
These 4 guns guard the South Approach of Fort King George looking over the Altamaha River. Fort King George was built in 1721, the first fort in Georgia. It is located at 1600 Wayne St in Darien, GA.
Waymark Code: WM57W6
Location: Georgia, United States
Date Posted: 11/24/2008
Views: 13
The marker reads:
"OLD FORT KING GEORGE
Site of old Fort King George, built in 1721 by Col. John Barnwell, of South Carolina, under British Royal orders. This tiny cypress blockhouse, 26 feet square, with 3 floors, and a lookout in the gable from which the guard could watch over the Inland Waterway and St. Simon's Island, was flanked by officers quarters and barracks, and the entire area was surrounded on all but the river side by a moat and palisades. Garrisoned by his Majesty's Independent Company, with replacements of Colony scouts, the fort was occupied for six years. During that time more than 140 officers and soldiers lost their lives here and were buried on the adjacent bluff. The first of the British 18th century scheme of posts built to counteract French expansion in America, Fort King George was also a flagrant trespass upon Spanish territory, and during its occupation Spain continually demanded that it be destroyed.
The troops were withdrawn to Port Royal in 1727, but until Oglethorpe arrived in Savannah in 1733 South Carolina kept two lookouts at old Fort King George."
Admission is $5.00 for adults and $2.50 for children (6-18). Hours are 9-5 Tuesday - Saturday.
What type of artillery is this?: 18th Century Cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Military Grounds
What military of the world used this device?: British Armies
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1721
Parking location to view this Waymark: N 31° 21.889 W 081° 25.008
Cost?: 5.00 (listed in local currency)
Still may work: yes
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Artillery is no longer operational: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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