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History
This park takes its name from the Civil War era fortress on the property. Originally referred to by its location on Willets Point, the Army officially named it for General Joseph Totten (1788-1864), following his demise in the Battle of . . . — — Map (db m65126) HM
The heavyweight boxing champion of the world in the 1890s lived here from 1903 to 1933, while pursuing a vaudeville and movie career. His good manners and dapper clothes earned him the nickname "Gentleman Jim". — — Map (db m193327) HM