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Old Fort Jackson
Located only a few minutes away from historic downtown Savannah, Old Fort Jackson has guarded the city since fort construction was first completed in 1808. This National Historic Landmark has seen Savannah through several historic conflicts, including the War of 1812 and the American Civil War. On a tour of the fort, visitors can enjoy scenic views of the Savannah River, historic cannons and historic military equipment, costumed docents, and more.
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Hrs: Daily 9AM-5PM
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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FUN FACTS
Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.
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Old Fort Jackson
Located only a few minutes away from historic downtown Savannah, Old Fort Jackson has guarded the city since fort construction was first completed in 1808. This National Historic Landmark has seen Savannah through several historic conflicts, including the War of 1812 and the American Civil War. On a tour of the fort, visitors can enjoy scenic views of the Savannah River, historic cannons and historic military equipment, costumed docents, and more.
contact info
Hrs: Daily 9AM-5PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Historic Site Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.
View Lesson Plan>>ABOUT
Old Fort Jackson
Located only a few minutes away from historic downtown Savannah, Old Fort Jackson has guarded the city since fort construction was first completed in 1808. This National Historic Landmark has seen Savannah through several historic conflicts, including the War of 1812 and the American Civil War. On a tour of the fort, visitors can enjoy scenic views of the Savannah River, historic cannons and historic military equipment, costumed docents, and more.
contact info
Hrs: Daily 9AM-5PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Historic Site Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.
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