National Register of Historic Places
Mount Independence
Mount Independence is a historic place in Orwell, Addison County, Vermont, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on September 3, 1971, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 71000079.
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Mount Independence
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About this place
What is Mount Independence?
Mount Independence on Lake Champlain in Orwell, Vermont, was the site of extensive fortifications built during the American Revolutionary War by the American army to stop a British invasion. Construction began in July 1776, following the American defeat in Canada, and continued through the winter and spring of 1777. After the American retreat on July 5 and 6, 1777, British and Hessian troops occupied Mount Independence until November 1777.
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Listing details
- Name
- Mount Independence
- City
- Orwell
- County
- Addison County
- State
- Vermont
- Listed on the National Register
- September 3, 1971
- NRIS reference number
- 71000079
- Resource type
- site
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 43.82831, -73.38328
When was Mount Independence listed on the National Register?
Mount Independence was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 3, 1971.
Where is Mount Independence located?
Mount Independence is located in Orwell, Addison County, Vermont at approximately 43.82831, -73.38328. See the map above.
Is Mount Independence a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Mount Independence is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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