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Fort Jesup State Historic Site

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This site features an original kitchen/mess building and a museum. The site was selected by Zachary Taylor in 1822 and the fort existed for 26 years as one of the strongest garrisons in Louisiana. Fort Jesup is a National Historic Landmark.

Location: 32 Geoghagan Rd, Many Louisiana 71449 Telephone 318-256-4117 Toll Free: 888-677-5378

Other History nearby:
(San Augustine) Ezekiel W. Cullen Home
(Many) Fort Jesup State Historic Site
(Leesville) Fort Polk Military Museum
(Natchitoches) Fort St. Jean Baptiste
(Natchitoches) Ft Jean Baptiste State Commemorative
(Grass Valley) Gold Quartz Discovery Site

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