Fort Pulaski National Monument

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For much of the 19th century, masonry fortifications were the United States’ main defense against overseas enemies. However, during the Civil War, new technology proved its superiority to these forts. The Union army used rifled cannon and compelled the Confederate garrison inside Fort Pulaski to surrender. The siege was a landmark experiment in the history of military science and invention.

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The Cockspur Island Lighthouse

The Cockspur Island Lighthouse still stands guard over the south channel of the Savannah River and Fort Pulaski.

The Battered Walls of Fort Pulaski

A walk along the outside of Fort Pulaski reveals damaged walls over 150 years after the Civil War.

The Casemates of a Fort

Fort Pulaski shows off its classic arched architecture and cannon.

The Sentinel

A great blue heron stands on the top of Fort Pulaski like a lonely sentinel.

The Ladies of a Fort

Volunteer living historians play an important role for the National Park Service and Fort Pulaski National Monument.

Picnic Table, Fire ring, Stairs

Picnic Table, Fire ring, tent area

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From Interstate I-95, take Exit 99 onto Interstate I-16 East (James L Gillis Memorial Hwy) for 7 miles. Take Exit 164A onto Interstate I-516 East toward US-80 East. Take Exit 3 (US-17 S/US-80 E) toward US-80 East. Turn left onto Ocean Highway, Ogeechee Rd (US-17 N, US-80 East). Bear right onto West Victory Drive (US-80 East). Continue on US-80 East for 13 miles.

GPS Coordinates for Fort Pulaski National Monument:

N32° 01.680 W080° 53.525

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Fort Pulaski Visitor Center Visitor Center

The Fort Pulaski Visitor Center is located next to the main visitor parking area and historic Fort Pulaski. Here you can watch the park film, check out a variety of exhibits about Fort Pulaski, and get park and program information for a wonderful visit to the national monument.

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