The Citadel (1821-1865) - Gulf Shores AL
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Don.Morfe
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Marker is located in Fort Morgan State Historic Park, Fort Morgan Road (Alabama Route 180), Gulf Shores AL 36542.
Waymark Code: WM18PPF
Location: Alabama, United States
Date Posted: 09/06/2023
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The Citadel (1821-1865)
The Citadel, a large ten sided brick and wood structure, once dominated the Fort’s parade ground. Capable of housing 400 soldiers, it served as a defensive barracks for the Fort’s garrison.
During the Union bombardment of Fort Morgan on August 22nd, 1864 the Citadel roof caught fire and burned out of control. Following the Civil War the structure’s gutted ruins were demolished.
Group that erected the marker: Alabama Historical Association.
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: [Web Link]
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
Fort Morgan Road (Alabama Route 180)
Gulf Shores, AL United States
36542
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