Fort Henry Collection

Grouville Bay from the Golf Course, Jersey, c. 1920s
A GWR publicity view of Grouville Bay from the Golf Course, Jersey in the Channel Islands, c.1920s. Mont Orgueil Castle in the distance on the right, with Long Beach curving round

Bombardment and Capture of Fort Henry, Tenn, c. 1862 (colour litho)
497542 Bombardment and Capture of Fort Henry, Tenn, c.1862 (colour litho) by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M. (1824-95); 30.2x40.2 cm; Gilder Lehrman Collection, New York

Capture of Fort Henry by US Gun Boats under the Command of Flag Officer Foote
3090270 Capture of Fort Henry by US Gun Boats under the Command of Flag Officer Foote, February 6th 1862, pub. 1864 (colour litho) by American School

Bombardment and Capture of Fort Henry, Tenn, by the Federal Gunboats under command of
3090275 Bombardment and Capture of Fort Henry, Tenn, by the Federal Gunboats under command of Commoddore Andrew H. Foote, Feby. 6th, 1862, pub

American Civil War, Map of Fort Henry, Tennessee
Vintage engraving of a scene from the American Civil War, Battle of Fort Henry, fought on February 6, 1862, in western Middle Tennessee, during the American Civil War

Ontario, Canada, Kingston. Fort Henry, National Historic Site, UNESCO. Reenactment soldiers in vintage 1867 uniforms

American frontiersman and soldier. After making a relief expedition to the besieged Fort Henry
SAMUEL McCOLLOCH (1752-1782). American frontiersman and soldier. After making a relief expedition to the besieged Fort Henry, Virginia (present-day Wheeling, West Virginia)

(c1766-c1831). American pioneer. Elizabeth Betty Zane passing through hostile Indian lines to obtain gunpowder for
ELIZABETH ZANE (c1766-c1831). American pioneer. Elizabeth Betty Zane passing through hostile Indian lines to obtain gunpowder for the besieged garrison at Fort Henry, Virginia, in 1777

CIVIL WAR: FORT HENRY, 1862. The bombardment and capture of the Confederate Fort Henry, on the Tennessee River, by Union gunboats led by Commodore Andrew H. Foote, 6 February 1862

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"Fort Henry: A Historic Landmark Steeped in Stories of Valor and Conflict" Gazing out from the Golf Course in Grouville Bay, Jersey, one can almost transport themselves back to the 1920s when Fort Henry stood as a testament to its turbulent past. Its significance stretches far beyond that era, with ties to the American Civil War evident on a map showcasing its strategic location in Tennessee. The bombardment and capture during this war is immortalized in a vivid color lithograph, depicting the heroic efforts of US gunboats under Flag Officer Foote's command. The image captures the intensity and determination displayed by those involved. Moving further back through time, an antique map reveals how Fort Henry played a role during the War of 1812. Situated in Ontario, Canada, it served as an integral part of Kingston's defense system. Today, it stands proudly as a National Historic Site recognized by UNESCO. Visitors flock to witness captivating reenactments at Fort Henry—moments frozen in time where history comes alive before their eyes. These events serve as reminders of the fort's significance not only within Canadian history but also on an international scale. Cannons dotting its grounds stand as silent witnesses to centuries-old conflicts fought on North American soil. They symbolize both strength and resilience—a reminder that peace often comes at great cost. One cannot speak about Fort Henry without mentioning Major McColloch—an American frontiersman who made his mark during Virginia's siege at present-day Wheeling. His daring escape from pursuing Native American warriors by riding his horse off a precipice remains etched into history through a remarkable lithograph created by Karl Bodmer and Jean Francois Millet. Fort Henry continues to captivate hearts with its rich tapestry of stories spanning across different eras and continents. It serves as more than just bricks and mortar; rather, it embodies courage, sacrifice, and the enduring spirit of those who fought to protect what they held dear.