Fort Pickens
Fort Pickens, located on Santa Rosa Island, Florida, was constructed between 1829 and 1834 to defend Pensacola Bay and its navy yard. Named after Revolutionary War hero Andrew Pickens, the fort was designed by French engineer Simon Bernard. It played a significant role during the Civil War, remaining in Union hands despite Confederate attempts to seize it, notably during the Battle of Pensacola in 1861. The fort also held Apache leader Geronimo as a prisoner in 1886-1887. Deactivated in 1947, it became part of the Gulf Islands National Seashore in 1971, preserving its historical legacy.
Fort Pickens
Fort Pickens, located on Santa Rosa Island, Florida, was constructed between 1829 and 1834 to defend Pensacola Bay and its navy yard. Named after Revolutionary War hero Andrew Pickens, the fort was designed by French engineer Simon Bernard. It played a significant role during the Civil War, remaining in Union hands despite Confederate attempts to seize it, notably during the Battle of Pensacola in 1861. The fort also held Apache leader Geronimo as a prisoner in 1886-1887. Deactivated in 1947, it became part of the Gulf Islands National Seashore in 1971, preserving its historical legacy.