Fort Tompkins (Plattsburgh, New York)
| Fort Tompkins | |
|---|---|
| Plattsburgh, New York | |
| Site history | |
| Built by | New York Army National Guard |
| In use | 1814 |
| Battles/wars | War of 1812 |
| Events | Named for Governor Daniel D. Tompkins |
Fort Tompkins was a small fort in Plattsburgh, New York, circa 1814.
After the British defeat at the Battle of Plattsburgh, two additional forts were added near Forts , , and . Fort Tompkins was constructed southwest of Brown and contained three cannons. was added between Tompkins and the lake, which created a pentagon shaped complex which was later connected with curtain walls.
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- Buildings and structures in Clinton County, New York
- Forts in New York (state)
- War of 1812 forts