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Fort Wadsworth is a historic military installation located on Staten Island in New York City. Overlooking the Narrows, it was originally established in the 17th century and played a significant role in the defense of New York Harbor. The fort has been used by various branches of the military throughout its history but is now part of the Gateway National Recreation Area, managed by the National Park Service, and is open to the public for tours and educational programs.
The image depicts Fort Wadsworth and the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge.
Forts Tompkins and Wadsworth, New York (1870-1875). When Eastman painted this scene, the installation at the top of the hill was known as Fort Tompkins and the fortification at the waterline was Fort Wadsworth. These fortifications, located on Staten Island west of the Narrows outside New York harbor, have had various names over the years. In 1776, the British occupied and fortified the island along the waterline. When their occupation ended in 1783, the fortifications became known as Fort Richmond, after the local New York county. In 1812, Staten Island, by the U.S. property, received additional fortifications. The new post built on the height was named Fort Tompkins, after Governor Daniel D. Tompkins of New York. At the end of the Civil War in 1865, the War Department issued General Orders No. 161, redesignating Fort Richmond as Fort Wadsworth "in memory of the gallant and patriotic services of Brigadier General James S. Wadsworth, who was killed at the head of his command in the battle of The Wilderness." In 1902, Headquarters of the Army General Orders No. 16 applied the name Fort Wadsworth to all the fortifications on the west side of the Narrows and at the same time gave names to each of the individual batteries on the island. The fortifications that had been named Fort Wadsworth were designated Battery Weed for Stephen H. Weed, a brigadier general of United States Volunteers during the Civil War.
The monument stands just outside the Father Capodanno Memorial Chapel at Fort Wadsworth, Staten Island, NY, in memory of the Navy Chaplain who grew up on the Island.
Fort Wadsworth is a historic military installation located on Staten Island in New York City. Overlooking the Narrows, it was originally established in the 17th century and played a significant role in the defense of New York Harbor. The fort has been used by various branches of the military throughout its history but is now part of the Gateway National Recreation Area, managed by the National Park Service, and is open to the public for tours and educational programs.
The image depicts Fort Wadsworth and the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge.
Forts Tompkins and Wadsworth, New York (1870-1875). When Eastman painted this scene, the installation at the top of the hill was known as Fort Tompkins and the fortification at the waterline was Fort Wadsworth. These fortifications, located on Staten Island west of the Narrows outside New York harbor, have had various names over the years. In 1776, the British occupied and fortified the island along the waterline. When their occupation ended in 1783, the fortifications became known as Fort Richmond, after the local New York county. In 1812, Staten Island, by the U.S. property, received additional fortifications. The new post built on the height was named Fort Tompkins, after Governor Daniel D. Tompkins of New York. At the end of the Civil War in 1865, the War Department issued General Orders No. 161, redesignating Fort Richmond as Fort Wadsworth "in memory of the gallant and patriotic services of Brigadier General James S. Wadsworth, who was killed at the head of his command in the battle of The Wilderness." In 1902, Headquarters of the Army General Orders No. 16 applied the name Fort Wadsworth to all the fortifications on the west side of the Narrows and at the same time gave names to each of the individual batteries on the island. The fortifications that had been named Fort Wadsworth were designated Battery Weed for Stephen H. Weed, a brigadier general of United States Volunteers during the Civil War.
The monument stands just outside the Father Capodanno Memorial Chapel at Fort Wadsworth, Staten Island, NY, in memory of the Navy Chaplain who grew up on the Island.

Fort Wadsworth

New York, United States of America

Fort Wadsworth's story begins in 1663, making it one of the oldest military sites in the United States. This historic site played significant roles during both the American Revolution and the War of 1812. Even after these conflicts, it continued to operate for many years, remaining active until 1995.

A New Chapter

Today, Fort Wadsworth serves a new purpose. While it is no longer fully active, the site has found a modern role as the local headquarters for the United States Coast Guard. Despite its semi-active status, the fort's legacy as a military installation continues in a different form.

Discover the History

Visitors have the unique opportunity to explore Fort Wadsworth through available tours. These tours offer a chance to delve into the rich history of the fort and its contributions over the centuries. Walking through the grounds, one can imagine the stories and events that have unfolded within its walls.

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