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Historic Sites Fort Ethan Allen

  • Address
    311 Old Glebe Road
    Arlington, VA 22207
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    800-296-7996 (Arlington Tourist Info)
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    Arlington
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Built in 1861 to command approaches to the Chain Bridge over the Potomac into Washington, this is a companion fortification to Fort Marcy (Fairfax County), on the Washington Parkway. Historical marker and school parking lot at the south face of the fort. Civil War Trails interpretation located near the south face of the fort past the soccer fields. Fort Ethan Allen Park.

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Last Updated: 05/14/2014

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