War was imminent as James Oglethorpe established Fort Frederica in 1736, to help protect the British colonies from the Spanish in Florida. Fort Frederica illustrates the story of the War of Jenkins Ear (1739-1748) and how its British defenders fought off the Spanish Army. Today, archeology has uncovered the story of the 1,000 people that once lived here.

Fort Frederica National Monument

Soldiers of the 42nd Regiment of Foote

100 year old grapevine at Frederica which still produces "Summer Grapes"

100 year old grapevine at Frederica

The Barracks ruin is one of the few above ground structures at Fort Frederica

Ruin of Soldier Barracks at Fort Frederica NM

Nature and History combine in a beautiful setting at Fort Frederica

Fort Frederica National Monument

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