Plymouth in Washington County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Fort Williams
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, June 28, 2012
1. Fort Williams Marker
Principal Union fort at Plymouth, named for Gen. Thomas Williams, stood here. It was the last fort to fall, April 20, 1864.Erected 1961 by Archives and Highway Departments, Confederate Centennial Commission. (Marker Number BBB-9.)
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 North Carolina Division of Archives and History series list. A significant historical month for this entry is April 1968.
Location. 35° 51.691′ N, 76° 44.948′ W. Marker is in Plymouth, North Carolina, in Washington County. Marker is at the intersection of Fort Williams Street and North Jefferson Street, on the left when traveling west on Fort Williams Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Plymouth NC 27962, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Union Earthworks (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Battle of Plymouth (approx. ¼ mile away); a different marker also named Battle of Plymouth (approx. ¼ mile away); Ausbon House (approx. ¼ mile away);
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, June 28, 2012
2. Fort Williams St & N Jefferson St
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Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on July 1, 2012, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. This page has been viewed 504 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 1, 2012, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.
