Fort Frederica on St. Simons Island

This Fort has been preserved and shows how a small town is in the fort. The fort was established by General J. Oglethorpe and used to protect this area. The archaeological remains give quite a picture of life at the fort. 

Each building has a history. The “flesh market” sounds horrible, but it was their term for the butcher shop. Each freeholder was given a 60’ wide by 90’ deep plot for their shelter. Shelters were built with branches, leaves, and clam shells. There were streets much like today and divided the town. The shore was protected by cannons.

This is what a 100 plus year old tree looks like! It is at least 18' around!