Historical Marker

Fort Defiance

NC 268 at Yadkin River bridge south of Patterson ยท Caldwell

North Carolina marker

Inscription

Home of William Lenoir, leader in Revolution & public affairs. Built 1788-92 and named for colonial fort on the site 4 1/2 miles east.

Location

AddressNC 268 at Yadkin River bridge south of Patterson
CountyCaldwell
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates35.990250, -81.558650

Sources

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