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Fort No. 2 at Yellow Bayou

Simmesport, Louisiana • Avoyelles County

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About This Property

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Fort No. 2 at Yellow Bayou is a remnant of a Confederate earthwork fortification. Constructed during the Civil War, it played a role in defending the strategic Red River.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Structure
Acreage
8
Listed Date
4/17/1997
Other Names
Fort Humbug;Fort Scurry

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Military
Periods of Significance
1850 Ad - 1874 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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