Camden in Kershaw County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Northeast Redoubt
Photographed By Anna Inbody, October 2, 2011
1. Northeast Redoubt Marker
Inscription.
Northeast Redoubt. . This partially reconstructed redoubt was one of six small forts built by British forces during their occupation of Camden in 1780 - 1781. Manned by a detachment of infantry and supported by heavy artillery, these works served as the outer line of defense of the British base. The forts were later destroyed during the British evacuation of Camden in May 1781. Archaeological investigations at this site in 1967 yielded numerous military artifacts and provided the basis for reconstructing the southern third of the redoubt.
This partially reconstructed redoubt was one of six small forts built by British forces during their occupation of Camden in 1780 - 1781. Manned by a detachment of infantry and supported by heavy artillery, these works served as the outer line of defense of the British base. The forts were later destroyed during the British evacuation of Camden in May 1781. Archaeological investigations at this site in 1967 yielded numerous military artifacts and provided the basis for reconstructing the southern third of the redoubt.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Revolutionary. A significant historical month for this entry is May 1781.
Location. 34° 14.215′ N, 80° 36.105′ W. Marker is in Camden, South Carolina, in Kershaw County. Marker can be reached from Broad Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Camden SC 29020, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on November 3, 2011, by Anna Inbody of Columbia, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 376 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on November 3, 2011, by Anna Inbody of Columbia, South Carolina. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.