Chalmette in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)

Redoubt and Battery 1

Photographed By Bryan Olson, May 2007

1. Redoubt and Battery 1 Marker

Inscription. The main American position was nearing completion when a redoubt was constructed at the extreme right of the American line. It contained two artillery pieces that could rake the levee and canal.

On the morning of January 5, 1815, 2000 British troops under the command of Colonel Robert Rennie attacked the redoubt and forced the Americans to retire. They quickly counterattacked and the British retreated after a brief fight. Failure to penetrate the American Flank contributed to the overall British defeat.

Erected by National Park Service.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War of 1812. A significant historical date for this entry is January 5, 1815.

Location. Marker has been reported missing. It was located near 29° 56.464′ N, 89° 59.668′ W. Marker was in Chalmette, Louisiana, in St. Bernard Parish. Marker could be reached from Battlefield Road. Marker is located on battlefield path. Touch for map. Marker was in this post office area: Chalmette LA 70043, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. Batteries Two and Three (within shouting distance of this marker); Chalmet Plantation (within shouting distance of this marker); Rodriguez Plantation and Macarty House (within shouting distance

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of this marker); Batteries 2 and 3 (within shouting distance of this marker); The West Bank Assault (within shouting distance of this marker); Battery One and Forward Redoubt (within shouting distance of this marker); After the Battle (within shouting distance of this marker); Attack Along the River (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Chalmette.

More about this marker. On the right is an illustration of the fighting at the redoubt, captioned Battery 1, commanded by Captain Humphreys, contained two 12-pounders and one howitzer. The redoubt contained two 6-pounders commanded by Lt. Dauguemeny de Marant. On the left is a map showing the tactical situation described in the text captioned Attacking British troops included the light infantry companies of the 7th, 43rd, and 9th Regulars.

Additional keywords. Battle of New Orleans, Chalmette Battlefield

Photographed By Bryan Olson, May 2007

2. Redoubt and Battery 1 Marker

British attack the redoubt image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Bryan Olson

3. British attack the redoubt

On the morning of January 5, 1815, 2000 British troops under the command of Colonel Robert Rennie attacked the redoubt and forced the Americans to retire. They quickly counterattacked and the British retreated after a brief fight.

The American Line image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Bryan Olson, May 1, 2007

4. The American Line

The Redoubt and Battery 1 was positioned along this part of the American line. To the right of this image stands the Mississippi levee.

Credits. This page was last revised on January 14, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 15, 2008, by Bryan Olson of Syracuse, New York. This page has been viewed 1,938 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on March 15, 2008, by Bryan Olson of Syracuse, New York. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.