This Civil War era fort is one of the best-kept areas from this time period. There are several artifacts and sights to see. Along with the Fort, itself, the part offers numerous historical and informational signs with stories and facts about the fort and the war.

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Fort Dickerson was built by the Federal army in 1863-64 across the Holston (now Tennessee) River from Knoxville. The forts along this ridge were constructed to prevent the Confederates from …

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Location: Knoxville, Knox County, Tennessee, United States

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