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Fort Fanning 9930 Kentucky Ave, Fanning Springs, FL 32693 Last Updated: 01/14/2024 |
| Fort Fanning is a historic site located in Fanning Springs, Florida, on the Suwannee River. It was built in November 1838 during the Second Seminole War and was first called Palmetto. The fort was named after Major Alexander Campbell Wilder Fanning, who had served under General Andrew Jackson in the First Seminole War. | |
| Its purpose was to protect the Suwannee River's highly strategic and heavily utilized crossing and served as a base of operations for U.S. and Florida Militia troops that tried to suppress the activities of small bands of Creek and Seminole Indians. | |
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Fanning Springs Place » City Fanning Springs is a small city located in Gilchrist County, Florida, United States. The city is situated in the northern part of Florida and is known for its natural springs and outdoor recreational opportunities. The population was 1182 at the 2020 census. 13 views 💖 1Florida |