Fort Mitchell, Alabama facts for kids
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Fort Mitchell
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Country | United States |
State | Alabama |
County | Russell |
Elevation | 354 ft (108 m) |
Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
Area code(s) | 334 |
GNIS feature ID | 118523 |
Fort Mitchell is an unincorporated community in Russell County, Alabama, United States. The area was originally a garrisoned fort intended to provide defense for the area during the Creek War (1813–14).
The community is the home of the Fort Mitchell National Cemetery, established in 1987 for the interment of all US veterans.
Landmarks
- Fort Mitchell National Cemetery
- Fort Mitchell Historic Site
Gallery
Below are photographs taken in Fort Mitchell as part of the Historic American Buildings Survey:
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