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Forts of the United States : an historical dictionary, 16th through 19th centuries / Bud Hannings.
| Author/creator | Hannings, Bud |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Company, ©2006. |
| Description | v, 738 pages : illustrations ; 29 cm |
| Supplemental Content | Table of contents |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Forts of the United States (arranged by state or territory) -- Appendix A: Washington, D.C., Civil War defenses -- Appendix B: Florida Seminole Indian War forts -- Appendix C: Pony express depots -- D: Spanish missions and presidios -- Appendix E: Conflicts in America and Europe, 1492-1898: a chronology -- Appendix F: Twentieth Century U.S. forts, posts, bases, and stations. |
| Abstract | "This history of the primary fortifications established during 400 tumultuous years in what would become the United States of America. Under each state's heading, this substantial volume contains alphabetized entries with information regarding each structure's history. Beginning with the American Revolution, each of the American military fortifications, militia forts, settlers' forts and blockhouses is listed and described"--Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| LCCN | 2005026328 |
| ISBN | 078641796X (illustrated case binding : alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 9780786417964 (illustrated case binding : alk. paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | Reference Stacks | UG410 .H36 2006 | ✔ Available |