And to think I didn't know anything about this fort a month ago. I sure know stuff now.
From the Port Huron website.
The original fort is now where the Thomas Edison Parkway and Greenway are located as well as some parcels south and west of it. (Wonder why they would name it after Thomas Edison. Probably another story.)
From 1829-1830, Fort Gratiot was rebuilt with timber framed structures, including officers quarters and the hospital building. these structures were moved several times within the confines of the fort, finally ending up on the western corner.
During the Civil War, it served as the site for training for several Michigan regiments which served with distinction. the fort played a significant role in the westward expansion of the United States.
--Brock-Perry
2012 marks the 200th anniversary of America's "Forgotten War," the War of 1812 that took place over three years, 1812 to 1815.
Battle of New Orleans.
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