Christiansted in St. Croix, Virgin Islands — The Caribbean (The West Indies)
Fort Christiansvaern
Completed in 1749, the fort was named Christiansvaern (“Christian’s Defense”) in honor of King Christian VI of Denmark-Norway. This masonry fort replaced an earlier earthwork fortification destroyed by hurricane in 1738.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Colonial Era • Forts and Castles • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1749.
Location. 17° 44.814′ N, 64° 42.132′ W. Marker is in Christiansted in St. Croix, Virgin Islands. Marker is on Hospital Street. This marker is on the grounds of the Christiansted National Historic Site. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Christiansted VI 00820, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 13 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Danish Customs House (within shouting distance of this marker); Steeple Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Christiansted Wharf (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); 12 King Street (approx. Ľ mile away); The Jacob Lindberg House (approx. half a mile away); Native American Village and Ceremonial Site (approx. 4.3 miles away); Millennium Monument (approx. 8.9 miles away); Fort Frederik (approx. 12.1 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Christiansted.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 31, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 30, 2012, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. This page has been viewed 625 times since then and 2 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on October 30, 2012, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.