Fort Richardson
Historical Site
Defenses of Washington
1861-1865
Fort Richardson
Here is what is left of Fort Richardson, a detached redoubt constructed in September, 1861, to cover the left flank of the newly built Arlington defense line, It was named for General Israel B. Richardson, whose division was then deployed to defend against attack by way of Columbia Turnpike. It had a perimeter of 316 yards and emplacements for 15 guns.
Marker can be reached from 18th Street South.
Courtesy hmdb.org
