Site of Fort Clinch
Posted by: 
Markerman62
N 27° 45.340 W 081° 33.095
17R E 445644 N 3070259
Located on CR 630 and Tyre Road
Waymark Code: WMXC4J
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 12/24/2017
Views: 4
One of a chain of Seminole Indian War forts 1849-1858. Several men served at this post who later gained prominence in the Civil War. Among these were Generals George G. Meade, A.P. Hill, and "Stonewall" Jackson. Garrisoned by 1st., 7th Inf. U.S. Army and Florida Mounted Volunteers.
Marker Number: None
Date: None
County: Polk
Marker Type: Roadside
Sponsored or placed by: Polk County Historical Commission
Website: Not listed
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