jan 1, 1850 - Image: 100 Cannons
Description:
On the left is an example of one of the cannons that were placed on the island when President Fillmore ordered that 100 cannons to be placed on the island. This was to ensure that the island became a citadel, or fortress. This was the actual purpose of this building. During this time, it wasn’t built as a prison, but as a fortress (National Parks Service).Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1850
Now
~ 175 years ago