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Artillery Park

Jamestown, Rhode Island • Newport County

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About This Property

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Artillery Park in Jamestown, Rhode Island, represents a significant historical landscape that was integral to the island's strategic defense and community development. It showcases features related to military fortification and its role in shaping the surrounding town.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Site
Acreage
0.9
Listed Date
3/7/1973
Other Names
Churchyard Cemetery

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Community Planning And Development; Military
Periods of Significance
1750 Ad - 1799 Ad; 1650 Ad - 1699 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
Yes
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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