Fort: Fort Wilkins, Copper Harbor, MI (1844)


Built (1844) → Fort Wilkins Leased (1855). Now state park

Built by: U.S. Army

Military Use: Built after copper was discovered on the peninsula. To help keep peace between miners and local Ojibwa indians.


The fort proved to be unnecessary. The fort had 27 structures.

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