Fort Pulaski, Georgia

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Fort Pulaski National Monument

Savannah


Located on Cockspur Island at the mouth of the Savannah River, Fort Pulaski was constructed after President James Madison ordered coastal fortifications following the War of 1812. For history buffs, it's worth a stop on the way to Tybee.


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