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Fort Humbug

Formerly Fort Turnbull, built by the Confederates to defend Shreveport, then Capital of Louisiana. In 1864, charred logs simulating cannon were used to deter Union forces from attacking.

Located in Shreveport, LA, District 4, Caddo Parish. 23




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