Fort Barton Site

Fort Barton Site

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Tiverton, Rhode Island
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The Fort Barton Site is an historic American Revolution fort in Tiverton, Rhode Island.

The fort was used as a launching position for American forces during the Battle of Rhode Island. The site was named after Lt. Col. William Barton who successfully captured the British General Prescott during a midnight raid on the British headquarter at Rhode Island. Fort Barton was added to the National Register of Historic Places.

References and external links

* [http://newportvisions.com/home/barton1.html Fort History information]


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