Saint Augustine, Fla. Bastions of Fort Marion (U.S. Civil War) Color Changing Coffee Mug 11oz

Saint Augustine, Fla. Bastions of Fort Marion (U.S. Civil War) Fort Marion, located in the historic city of St. Augustine, Florida, served as a strategic military post during the U.S. Civil War. Initially constructed by the Spanish in 1672 and known as Castillo de San Marcos, it was later used by the United States Army. During the American Civil War (1861-1865), Fort Marion served as a Union prison for Confederate officers and Native Americans from various tribes who had fought with the Confederacy. The fort's thick walls made of coquina, a type of shell rock, provided effective defense against cannon fire, making it a crucial bastion in the region. Today, Fort Marion stands as a testament to the rich history of St. Augustine and serves as a museum for visitors to explore its past.