🏰 Fort Decatur (Alabama)

United States · Americas · 32.45°N, 85.88°W

Fort Decatur was an earthen fort established in March 1814 on the banks of the Tallapoosa River as part of the Creek War and the larger War of 1812. The fort was located on the east bank of the Tallapoosa River, near the modern community of Milstead. Fort Decatur was also located near the Creek town of Tukabatchee. It was most likely named for Stephen Decatur.

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Country	United States
Continent / region	Americas
Coordinates (approx.)	32.45°N, 85.88°W · view on map

Fort Decatur (Alabama) is located in United States, in Americas.

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