George Town, Cayman Islands, British Overseas Territories
Fort Knock
Photographed by James Hulse, February 11, 2025
1. Fort Knock Marker
Inscription.
Fort Knock. . The Fort Knock building is located in Grand Cayman's original town square, established in the 18th Century as part of the Fort George, which protected the island from invading Spanish marauders. Knock is an Irish reference for a gathering place as citizens of the island would congregate at the clock tower and hold meetings in the town hall at this location.
The Fort Knock building is located in Grand Cayman's original town square, established in the 18th Century as part of the Fort George, which protected the island from invading Spanish marauders. Knock is an Irish reference for a gathering place as citizens of the island would congregate at the clock tower and hold meetings in the town hall at this location.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles.
Location. 19° 17.794′ N, 81° 22.938′ W. Marker is in George Town, Cayman Islands. It is on Fort Street just east of Harbour Drive, on the right when traveling east. The marker is located on a support column on the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Fort St 18, George Town, Cayman Islands, British Overseas Territories. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is one of the Lesser Antilles on the Caribbean Sea, in North America, and in the Anglosphere.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Honourable James (Jim) Manoah Bodden (within shouting distance of
2. The Fort Knock Marker is located on the column to the covered porch
Credits. This page was last revised on February 19, 2025. It was originally submitted on February 19, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 127 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on February 19, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
