Castle Williams
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Castle Williams is a circular fortification of red sandstone on the northwest point of Governors Island, part of a system of forts designed and constructed in the early 19th century to protect New York City from naval attack. It is a prominent landmark in New York Harbor. Together with Fort Jay, it is managed by the National Park Service as part of Governors Island National Monument.
This article is about the fort in New York Harbor. For other locations, see Fort Williams (disambiguation).
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Quick Facts Type, Height ...
Castle Williams | |
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Governors Island, New York City | |
Type | Circular fort |
Height | 40 feet |
Site information | |
Owner | Public - National Park Service |
Controlled by | United States of America |
Open to the public | Yes |
Castle Williams | |
Coordinates | 40°41′34″N 74°01′09″W |
Visitation | 126,000 (2008) |
NRHP reference No. | 72000864 |
NYCL No. | 0547 |
Significant dates | |
Added to NRHP | July 31, 1972[1] |
Designated NYCL | September 19, 1967 |
Condition | Fair |
Site history | |
Built | 1807 |
Built by | Jonathan Williams |
In use | 1808-1840s |
Materials | Sandstone, Granite, Brick |
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