Bucksport in Hancock County, Maine — The American Northeast (New England)
Fort Knox
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1844.
Location. 44° 34.287′ N, 68° 47.697′ W. Marker is in Bucksport, Maine, in Hancock County. Marker is along the Downtown Waterfront Walkway, near the Marina, and about 150 feet south of the intersection of Main (Maine Route 15) and Elm Streets. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Bucksport ME 04416, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Penobscot River (a few steps from this marker); The Town of Bucksport (within shouting distance of this marker); The Phineas Heywood House (within shouting distance of this marker); Waldo-Hancock Bridge (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Rich in Heritage
(approx. ¼ mile away); Times of War (approx. ¼ mile away); Of Ships and Men (approx. ¼ mile away); River of Life (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Bucksport.
Also see . . . The History of Bucksport, Maine. (Submitted on May 6, 2012, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
Credits. This page was last revised on October 31, 2020. It was originally submitted on May 6, 2012, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 645 times since then and 45 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 6, 2012, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. 3. submitted on April 20, 2020, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.