Winter 2018 Newsletter
Fort Stevens Review is published by the Friends of Old Fort Stevens, an Oregon 501(c)3 Organization, helping to preserve the history Of Oregon’s Fort Stevens State Park.
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“The World Must Be Made Safe For Democracy”
Statement by President Woodrow Wilson, 2 April 1917 during his address to Congress asking for a declaration of war against Germany – by D. Lindstrom
Summer 2017 Newsletter
Fort Stevens Review is published by the Friends of Old Fort Stevens, an Oregon 501(c)3 Organization, helping to preserve the history Of Oregon’s Fort Stevens State Park.
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What’s In A Name?
By D. Lindstrom
Day after day visitors walk by Battery Pratt, situated in the middle of the gun line at Fort Stevens State Park. Battery Pratt emplaced two 6-inch rifles on disappearing carriages and was active between 1900 and 1943. The battery’s most notable event occurred….
Remembering the attack on Ft. Stevens
Remembering The 75th Anniversary Of The June 21, 1942 Attack On Fort Stevens By A Japanese Submarine
Wednesday, June 21 – On the date of the attack, an interpreter will be at Battery Russell and the Pacific Rim Peace Memorial with displays and information about the event. Noon until 4:00 PM.
Spring Break At Fort Stevens State Park Historic Area
Great Adventures!! Great Museum and Visitors Center! Great Gift Shop!
For one, “The BEAST”, a 5-ton military truck, will be ready to take visitors on a one-hour tour of the fort while sitting on padded troop benches no less! (There is a modest fee for the truck tour. Call for times.) For another, underground tours of the one-of-a-kind Battery Mishler will be available. (There is a modest fee for the Mishler tours. Call for times.)
Walk through the only enclosed Civil War era earthworks on the West Coast! Maps for self-guided tours are always available. CALL (503) 861-2000. Email foofs@teleport.com.
“Fort Stevens, A Family Adventure Back In Time.”
Friends of Old Fort Stevens Summer Newsletter
Fort Stevens Review is published by the Friends of Old Fort Stevens, an Oregon 501(c)3 Organization, helping to preserve the history Of Oregon’s Fort Stevens State Park. Select here to download the full Summer 2016 newsletter.
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For The Record: A Discussion of the Men and Their Early War War II Era Units At The Harbor Defenses of the Columbia
By D. Lindstrom
As World War II loomed and became a reality, where did men of the Harbor Defenses of the Columbia come from and how did they feel about things? Let’s find out.
Our story begins with Battery E, 3rd Coast Artillery. This unit kept the harbor defenses on life support during the so called quiet years. Battery E had a rich history dating back to 1799 as part of the 3rd Artillery. During the War of 1812 Battery E saw action against the British. When the Mexican War came along, Battery E was part of the Brownsville episode and withstood a siege of 160b days. At the Battle of Buena Vista Batteries E and C saved the day. During the Civil War, Battery E distinguished itself in Florida and later joined Sherman’s Army as it chased Confederate General Joseph E. Johnson. After the Civil War, the 3rd Artillery was transferred to the West Coast…… (Select here for the full newsletter)
WWII Event
Discover More About Fort Stevens
World War II Special Event
Saturday, July 16, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday, July 17, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Fort Stevens Historical Site, Fort Stevens State Park. Living History, Reenactors Representing Both Sides, Equipment and Arms on Display. Your Questions Answered.
Sponsored by the Friends of Old Fort Stevens & Fort Stevens State Park. No Admission Charge, Oregon Parks $5.00 Day Use Fee Per Car Applies – (503) 861-1470
