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Fort Sewall is a historic fort on the Atlantic coast in Marblehead. It sits at the most northeastern point of the Marblehead Peninsula and overlooks the entrance to the harbor. The fort was built in 1644 and is one of the oldest English forts on the coast of the United States. During the American Revolution, the fort was re-built along with a blockhouse. It also played a role in the War of 1812 and found its greatest moment in history when the U.S.S. Constitution sought refuge here from two British frigates that were in pursuit. Today, the site still contains underground rooms and bunkers, and the headland is open as a community park for the public to enjoy. There are annual Revolutionary War re-enactments as well as other public programs presented at Fort Sewall from time to time.

8 Fort Sewall Lane, Marblehead, MA 01945, Phone: 781-631-0000

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