Highway Marker: Gabriel Johnston

Historical Markers Tour - Southport, NC

Highway Marker: Gabriel Johnston

Southport, North Carolina 28461, United States

Created By: Southport Historical Society

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Colonial GovernorGabriel Johnston declared that the construction of Fort Johnston in April of 1749. The primary purpose of the fort was to protect the Port of Brunswick, which was located 12 miles upriver. Sponsored by the State of North Carolina.

This point of interest is part of the tour: Historical Markers Tour - Southport, NC


 

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