Located at the western end of the peninsula, the fort was called “Tower Battery,” an earthwork construction that included an artillery battery and a tall observation tower that could be used to monitor the advancing forces for riflemen to fire from an elevated position.

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Take Hwy 171 toward Folly Island, turn left onto Grimball, follow to Secessionville Road, turn left onto Old Military Road then turn left onto Ft. Lamar Road.

2013年8月6日 · Confederate troops under Col. Thomas G. Lamar defended simple unfinished earthwork later enlarged and named Fort Lamar, which sat in the narrow end of a funnel-shaped strip of high ground flanked by tidal creeks and marsh.

Initially called the Tower Battery because of its 75-foot observation tower, Fort Lamar was renamed for Col. Thomas G. Lamar, who commanded Confederate troops at the fort during the Battle of Secessionville on June 16, 1862.

Fort Lamar Historic Preserve is a site dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich history of Charleston, SC. Visitors can explore the remnants of the Civil War-era fort and learn about its significance in local history.

4 Fort Lamar: Reading Civil War Maps • At this point, around 5:00 am, the fort’s defenders were alerted to the Union’s presence. As the Confederates rushed to their stations, Colonel Lamar took personal command of the 8-inch Columbiad cannon. When the Union lines were

Reading Civil War Maps - In this lesson, students will explore the Battle of Secessionville through a documentary film and then analyze two historical maps to understand the battle's location, troop positions, and the strategic importance of Fort Lamar.

Photographer: Brandon Fletcher Taken: February 20, 2010 Caption: Fort Lamar Map #1 Submitted: August 11, 2015, by Brandon Fletcher of Chattanooga, Tennessee. Database Locator Identification Number: p321489

It is built around the remains of an old Civil War fort constructed in 1862 as part of James Island's defense. A short hiking trail takes you to some of the area's historic sites. Additionally, you can get a nice view of the marsh at a few spots along the way.