Explore Southern History

This blog is devoted to exploring the history, historic sites and heritage tourism opportunities of the American South! A guide to new additions and updates to the expansive site www.exploresouthernhistory.com, this blog features forts, battlefields, Native American sites, architectural treasures and natural wonders.

Showing posts with label war of 1812. Show all posts

Showing posts with label war of 1812. Show all posts

Wednesday, October 15, 2014

Marker to be placed at British War of 1812 fort site in Florida

Nicolls' Outpost stood atop this large American Indian mound at River Landing Park in Chattahoochee, Florida. A new historical mark...

Saturday, May 10, 2014

British arrive on the Gulf Coast, 200 years ago today

Union Jack flies over the Gulf Coast Today marks the 200th anniversary of the arrival of British forces on the Gulf Coast as the War of ...

Friday, January 3, 2014

The Battle of the St. Mary's (Last Battle of the War of 1812) - Georgia & Florida

Sailing Vessel on the St. Mary's River Although numerous engagements have claimed the distinction, current research indicates that t...

Monday, April 16, 2012

Fort Bowyer - Alabama's Forgotten Battle of the War of 1812

Fort Bowyer stood on the site of today's Fort Morgan When history buffs think of a brave stand by outnumbered American troops and a ...

Friday, January 9, 2009

The Battle of Horseshoe Bend, Alabama

Yesterday, as I mentioned, was the anniversary of the Battle of New Orleans. This engagement was one of two major War of 1812 victories that...

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