Exploring Fort Mcclary
Fort McClary is a former defensive fortification of the United States military located along the southern coast of Maine at Kittery Point. Built at the mouth of the Piscataqua River, it was used primarily throughout the 19th century to protect approaches to the harbor of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and the U.S. naval shipyard.
The property and its surviving structures, including a blockhouse dating from 1844, are now owned and operated by the State of Maine as Fort McClary State Historic Site.
Fort McClary State Historic Site Adventure
This fort is cool but somewhat small. It has an amazing view of the Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse. It’s open at 10am until sunset.
Fort McClary is a former defensive fortification of the United States military located along the southern coast at Kittery Point Maine at the mouth of the Piscataqua River.
Built in 1844 then abandoned in 1910, then turn into a state park in 1924 then turn into a museum in 1987.
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Fort McClary
a quick look inside Fort McClary a former defensive fortification of the United States military located along the southern coast of Maine at Kittery Point. Built at the mouth of the Piscataqua River, it was used primarily throughout the 19th century to protect approaches to the harbor of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and its U.S. naval shipyard.
I got the crabs in Maine - Snorkeling around the Fort Foster Pier, Kittery, Maine
My camera woman, Sandy Cheeks, Linus, and I took a trip to Fort Foster and spent the afternoon with my brother and his family.
Fort Foster sits on the Maine side of the mouth of the Piscataqua River.
Hometown Maine - Kittery
In this weekend's Hometown Maine, News 8's Norm Karkos takes us to Kittery where efforts are underway to restore the historic Moses Safford School. Subscribe to WMTW on YouTube now for more:
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Historical Fort Stark, New Castle New Hampshire
Historical Fort Stark Portsmouth New Hampshire
Fort Stark is one of seven forts built to protect Portsmouth Harbor. Named in honor of General John Stark, commander of the New Hampshire forces at the Battle of Bennington (1777). Famous for the phrase Live Free or Die.
The other Forts located in New Hampshire are: Fort Washington, Fort Constitution, and Fort Dearborn, and in Maine: Fort Sullivan, Fort McClary and Fort Foster.
The earliest forts were built to protect the colonists. Fort Stark is known to have been in operation since at least 1746. The State of New Hampshire refortified in 1774 and voted to fully fund it in 1775. By 1778 the Fort fell into disuse.
As Portsmouth Harbor’s importance increased with its Revolutionary War shipbuilding industry and the establishment of the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in 1800, additional fortification was needed. During the Federal Period of the United States, the Fort was again armed up for defense. Officially manned in 1812 by the State Militia.
There is no known activity during the Civil War at this fort.
After the Civil War, the Federal Government took over the site. Multiple constructions were attempted and abandoned during the latter 1/4 of the 1800s.
After the Spanish American War the site was demolished annd reconstructed and fortified with two large guns. In 1905 Fort Stark became a secondary position for Fort Constitution.
Towards the end of World War 1 the Gun emplacements were again dismantled.
In 1941, the fort was again reactivated for World War 2. In 1942 the Fort became communications and command center for the entire Portsmouth area.
The basic defense concept was to mine the harbor entrances and erect gun batteries. The final coastal fortification occurred during World War II (WWII) when batteries were added to Fort Foster, and Fort Dearborn was constructed.
At the end of the War the Fort was again disbanded. In 1948 the Navy reactivated the Fort and used as a drilling location.
In 1963 after the Thresher submarine incident. The fort served as a Memorial. Two deck guns were erected on the southern smaller emplacement locations.
In Winter Storm of 78 toppled one of the guns. Both guns were removed in the early 80s, and in 1983 the Fort was turned over to the Parks Department.
Fort Foster Tour at Hillsborough River State Park Part One.AVI
Tour of Fort Foster at Hillsborough River State Park Part one
[Wikipedia] Kittery Point, Maine
Kittery Point is a census-designated place (CDP) in the town of Kittery, York County, Maine, United States. First settled in 1623, Kittery Point traces its history to the first seafarers who colonized the shore of what became Massachusetts Bay Colony and later the State of Maine. Located beside the Atlantic Ocean, it is home to Fort McClary State Historic Site, and Fort Foster Park on Gerrish Island,. Cutts Island is home to Seapoint Beach and the Brave Boat Harbor Division of the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge.
Kittery Point is part of the Portland–South Portland–Biddeford, Maine Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 1,012 at the 2010 census.
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Fort Constitution Historic Site and Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse
Fort William and Mary was a colonial fortification in Britain's worldwide system of defenses, manned by soldiers of the Province of New Hampshire who reported directly to the royal governor. The fort, known locally as the Castle, was situated on the island of New Castle, New Hampshire, at the mouth of the Piscataqua River estuary. It was captured by Patriot forces, recaptured, and later abandoned by the British in the Revolutionary War. The fort was renamed Fort Constitution in 1808.
Seacoast defense in the United States
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Seacoast defense was a major concern for the United States from its independence until World War II.Before airplanes, America's enemies could only reach her from the sea, making coastal forts an economical alternative to standing armies or a large navy.After the 1940s, it was recognized that fixed fortifications were obsolete and ineffective against aircraft and missiles.However, in prior eras foreign fleets were a realistic threat, and substantial fortifications were built at key locations, especially protecting major harbors.
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Part 3 Fall in Maine was very lucky this year i dont think i have ever seen such brilliant reds like what came through this year. Or maybe i am just more observant.
Kittery Fire Association 5k Run Kittery Maine
The Kittery Fire Association 5k Run starts on route 1 in Kittery, Maine. This race course features views of the Piscataqua River and beautiful coastal neighborhoods in Kittery. Proceeds from this race benefit the Kittery Fire Association.
Fort Adams - public views & the closed off, not public areas.
Other than getting cut by thorns, hung up between a chained fence and hacking through brush over 5 feet tall it was a beautiful day, lol.
This was one of the largest coastal military fortifications I have ever visited. Spectacular structures and bunkers with a sharp eye on the bay. Some of the fort is open to the public, tours are given and then there are areas tucked away behind barbed fencing. I explore both. This is condensed (could of been longer) as there was so much to see. I went in close to fort closing and it was getting too dark to get into the deeper tunnels, I’ll definitely have to revisit this amazing fort. Check it out if you’re in that area. Happy Exploring ????
Fort Adams is a former United States Army post in Newport, Rhode Island that was established on July 4, 1799 as a First System coastal fortification, named for President John Adams who was in office at the time. Its first commander was Captain John Henry who was later instrumental in starting the War of 1812. The current Fort Adams was built 1824–57 under the Third System of coastal forts.
The new Fort Adams was first garrisoned in August 1841, functioning as an active Army post until 1950. During this time the fort was active in five major wars (the Mexican–American War, American Civil War, Spanish–American War, World War I and World War II)
In a report of 1854 Fort Adams was armed with 100 32-pounder seacoast guns, 57 24-pounder seacoast guns, and 43 24-pounder flank howitzers. The flank howitzers were short-barreled guns deployed in casemates in the tenaille to protect the fort against a landward assault.
Lana Del Rey - Love: Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire with the Mavic Pro Drone
Autumn drone footage of New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, set to the song 'Love', by Lana Del Rey. Shot in October, 2017, with DJI Mavic Pro. Be sure to like, subscribe, or leave a comment!
A trip up NH Route 11, along the western shore of Lake Winnipesaukee. I made stops at Ellacoya State Park and campground, Weirs Beach, Endicott Rock State Historic Site, MS Mount Washington, and Merrymeeting Marsh.
MS Mount Washington:
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ALL DAY Hiking & Fishing - Acadia National Park + Beaver
Incredible 10+ mile hike through Acadia National Park in NE Maine from the coast to interior with Native Brook Trout fishing. Carriage Roads, hiking trails, streams, lakes, ponds, and a few surprises make this an great experience. Highlights are Jordan Pond, Bubble Pond, vista views, and some unexpected fish species. More than meets the eye going on if you pay attention at the end. Also, there's BEAVER!!
Carroll County Farm Museum Civil War Living History 2016 in 4k UHD
CIVIL WAR LIVING HISTORY REENACTMENT – THE BATTLE OF BIG BETHEL with Kent Courtney, J. C. Milleker, Jr. and the Winder Cavalry see index below...
Photographer J. C. Milleker, Jr. talks about the Wet Plate, Ambrotype and Tintype photo capture methods that were used during the Civil War.
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00:00 Kent Courtney performs Oh, Susanna on the Button-Box Accordion
01:00 Kent Courtney interview John Milleker on wet-plate photography
06:25 Safety inspection for reenactors
06:45 Formation of Louisiana Tigers
07:30 Army of Northern Virginia brigade formation and explanation of battle scenario to reenactors
08:27 Confederate cavalry enters the woods for the beginning of the reenactment of the Battle of Big Bethel
09:50 Confederate skirmishers open the battle firing
10:19 Yankees prepare to fire upon Confederates
11:20 Confederate cavalry advance
11:50 Yankee infantry fire on Confederate cavalry
12:15 The battle escalates and the Yankees advance
13:15 Confederate infantry returns Yankee fire and the Louisiana Tigers appear on the battlefield
15:55 Confederate infantry defends entrenchments
17:00 Soldiers leave the field at the end of the battle
17:40 Confederate Winder Cavalry crosses a stream
19:30 Confederate cavalry tends to their horses at camp
This year’s Spring encampment features the Battle of Big Bethel, one of the earliest encounters of the Civil War and a harbinger of the conflict ahead. Activities include a Civil War hospital, daily life in the camps and a reenactment of this historic battle. For many photos see:
Footage shot with my Panasonic FZ1000 and Sony A7sII. The interview of the photographer was shot with a tripod and all other footage was hand-held.
Tall Ships Come to Portsmouth, NH
Members of the Royal Irish Artillery Company fire canons at Fort McClary as a boat parade surrounds the Eagle, the tall Ship for the United States of America on Friday morning as she heads to Portsmouth's State Pier. For more info see seacoastonline.com
Cod Haddock, Pollock of Maine in 2016
Short clips of some nice cod, haddock, and pollock aboard the ReelBigFish in 2016
Animal Haven | Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park | Vlog Fail | Jen and Ry on the Fly
We see some exotic animals at DEW Animal Haven then take a tour of Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park.