The fort was built in the mid 19th century on Cockspur Island by the US military. It was captured by the Confederates’ during the Civil War. The fort was recaptured after a 24 hour battle where over 5,000 artillery rounds were exchanged. What helped the US military win the battle, was a new type of cannon with a rifled barrel.
While we were at the fort, two cannons were fired, without projectiles, to demonstrate the procedures used. The outer wall has not been repaired; you can readily see where each eimpact occured from the US military.
Bugler calling artillery men to action.
in the next picture, you can just make out a cannon ball in the hole on the center of the picture.
The next picture shows damage on the east wall side of the fort.
Very cool! Hugs!
Cool! I love American history!!!