Old Glebe in Arlington in Arlington County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
The Sanctuary
January 27, 2019
1. The Sanctuary Marker
Fort Ethan Allen Chain Bridge Gulf Branch Sanctuary for Wildlife and not so wildlife herineafter referred to as…
…Historical Site of Civil War Fort Ethan Allen which commanded all the approaches south of Pimmit Run to Chain Bridge during the War of Northern Aggression (1861-1865)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Forts and Castles • War, US Civil. In addition, it is included in the Defenses of Washington series list.
Location. 38° 55.365′ N, 77° 7.415′ W. Marker is in Arlington, Virginia, in Arlington County. It is in Old Glebe. Marker is at the intersection of North Strafford Street and North Richmond Street, on the right when traveling east on North Strafford Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3816 North Strafford Street, Arlington VA 22207, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Saegmuller Public School (a few steps from this marker); A Bastion-Style Fort Is a Mighty Fortress (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Welcome to Fort Ethan Allen (about 400 feet away); A Defensive Stronghold, Heavily Armed (about 400 feet away); Fort Ethan Allen
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January 27, 2019
2. The Sanctuary Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 1, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 27, 2019. This page has been viewed 271 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 27, 2019. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
