Fort O’Brien Historic Site, Machiasport Maine

The Fort O’Brien State Historic Site is a great place to be a part of a unique experience. Visitors spending the afternoon picnicking, walking, relaxing, and exploring are common sights at this historic location in Machias Maine. The fort was originally built in the late 1700′s and has been completely destroyed at least two times during the course of its storied history. However, it continues to guard the Machias River. While it has changed dramatically over the last century, it remained active over the course of three wars, the American Revolution, War of 1812, and the Civil War. Unlike many forts in the Northeast, especially Maine, Fort O’Brien has been fairly active throughout its history of conflicts.

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