
The British fort, or "redoubt" at Ninety Six was nick-named "The Star Fort," due to the shape of the stronghold. The "star fort" provided an effective defensive position, built adjacent to the town of Ninety Six.
en Espanol
La fortaleza temporal británica en el Ninety Six, fue apodado Star Fort (Fortaleza Estrella), debido a la forma de la fortaleza. El “Star Fort” proporciono una posición defensiva eficaz, construida conjunta a la cuidad de Ninety Six.
Standards
- 4-3 The student will demonstrate an understanding of the conflict between the American colonies and England.
- 8-2 The student will demonstrate an understanding of the causes of the American Revolution and the beginnings of the new nation, with an emphasis on South Carolina’s role in the development of that nation.