Alabama is filled with many types of places that have been left abandoned, including several that are believed to be haunted. One of these places is Fort Morgan. To learn all about this abandoned battle site in Alabama, including how you can visit it today, take a look below.
Fort Morgan is a historic masonry star fort that, at one time, was considered the best example of military architecture in the New World. Construction on this historic site began in 1819 and was completed in 1834.
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Sadly, during the Civil War’s Battle of Mobile Bay, Fort Morgan was set on fire and several people died.
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Since then, the ghosts of several soldiers have been spotted roaming about the grounds of Fort Morgan. A prisoner also committed suicide in 1917 by hanging himself. During the late night hours, several people have reported hearing his cries.
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One of the most famous ghosts that several people have reported seeing is that of a young woman. According to several stories, she was attacked during the 19th century and has been searching for her assailant ever since.
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Fort Morgan was completely closed and abandoned in July 1944. However, it’s still one of Alabama’s top historic sites that’s open to the public today.
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The next time you’re visiting Alabama’s beautiful Gulf Coast, consider stopping by Fort Morgan in Gulf Shores. This battle site has a lot of history. And who knows? You just might spot one of its many ghosts.
google/Fort Morgan State Historic Site For more information about Fort Morgan, including hours and ticket prices, you can take a look at the Fort Morgan State Historic Site website.
Have you ever visited Alabama’s Fort Morgan Historic Site? If so, did you have a paranormal experience? Let us know in the comments below.
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For more information about Fort Morgan, including hours and ticket prices, you can take a look at the Fort Morgan State Historic Site website.
Another abandoned place in Alabama that’s one of the eeriest in America is Old Cahawba. For information, be sure to take a look at the following article: This Spooky Small Town In Alabama Could Be Right Out Of A Horror Movie.
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Address: Fort Morgan State Historic Site, 110 AL-180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA
