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This remarkably preserved log blockhouse was built in 1793, according to historians. There are several references to Fort Yargo as existing prior to 1800. Its location is given as three miles southwest of "Jug Tavern," original name for Winder.Early historians say Fort Yargo was one of four forts built by Humphries Brothers to protect early white settlers from Indians. The other three forts were listed as at Talassee, Thomocoggan, now Jefferson, and Groaning Rock, now Commerce.
Fort Yargo is now a State Park with recreational facilities.
Details
| HM Number | HMESV |
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| Series | This marker is part of the Georgia: Georgia Historical Society/Commission series |
| Tags | |
| Marker Number | 007-1 |
| Year Placed | 1954 |
| Placed By | Georgia Historical Commission |
| Marker Condition | No reports yet |
| Date Added | Friday, October 3rd, 2014 at 10:42pm PDT -07:00 |
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Photo Credits: [1] HANK MYERS
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| UTM (WGS84 Datum) | 17S E 247307 N 3762931 |
|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees | 33.97658333, -83.73516667 |
| Degrees and Decimal Minutes | N 33° 58.595', W 83° 44.11' |
| Degrees, Minutes and Seconds | 33° 58' 35.70" N, 83° 44' 6.60" W |
| Driving Directions | Google Maps |
| Area Code(s) | 770, 678 |
| Closest Postal Address | At or near 8682-8798 Fort Yargo Road, Winder GA 30680, US |
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