SULLIVAN'S ISLAND, Caroline du Sud - Fort Moultrie fait partie du Fort Sumter National Monument à l'entrée du port de Charleston en Caroline du Sud. Le fort a joué un rôle crucial dans la défense de l'administration portuaire de l'époque de la guerre d'indépendance à travers la seconde guerre mondiale. Pendant ce temps, il a subi plusieurs mises à niveau, de l'original du journal de palmetto de murs pour les nouveaux bunkers en terre très fortifiée.

• Contributeur: David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy Banque D'Images
• ID de l’image: GKWHA9
• Taille du fichier: 85,9 MB (4,2 MB Téléchargement compressé)
• Autorisations: Modèle - non | Propriété - non
• Dimensions: 6706 x 4476 px | 56,8 x 37,9 cm | 22,4 x 14,9 inches | 300dpi
• Date de la prise de vue: 13 mai 2016
• Lieu: Fort Moultrie, Sullivan's Island, South Carolina, United States

Informations supplémentaires

Fort Moultrie, located on Sullivan's Island in South Carolina, is a historic military fortification with a storied past that spans from the American Revolutionary War to World War II. The fort played a crucial role in the defense of Charleston Harbor, most notably during the Battle of Sullivan's Island in 1776. Fort Moultrie was named in honor of Colonel William Moultrie, who led the successful defense against the British forces during the battle. The site is part of the Fort Sumter National Monument and showcases the evolution of coastal defense and military architecture in the United States. Visitors can explore the fort's grounds, view exhibits and artifacts, and learn about the various conflicts and military strategies that took place at the fort over the years. Fort Moultrie's museum and visitor center offer informative displays and guided tours that highlight its rich history. Throughout its existence, Fort Moultrie underwent numerous modifications and improvements to adapt to changing military technologies and threats. From its early beginnings as a Palmetto-log fort during the Revolutionary War to its role as a coastal artillery installation in World War II, Fort Moultrie remains an important symbol of American military history and a fascinating destination for those interested in learning about the nation's past.

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