Fort Independence (Massachusetts)

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Fort Independence.
Fort Independence.

Fort Independence is a granite fortress that provided harbor defenses for Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Today it is preserved as a state park and fires occasional ceremonial salutes. It is located on Castle Island.

Fort Independence is listed in the National Register of Historical Places.[1]

Fort Independence is located at 42°20′18″N 71°00′40″W / 42.33833, -71.01111Coordinates: 42°20′18″N 71°00′40″W / 42.33833, -71.01111.

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  1. ^ Castle Island, Pleasure Bay, M Street Beach and Carson Beach. Retrieved on 2007-07-15.

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