By Linda Tancs
Once called “The Rock on Which the Storm Shall Beat,” the fortress at Fort Adams State Park is located at a strategic defensive position at the entrance to Narragansett Bay in Newport, Rhode Island. The fort is named in honor of President John Adams and was dedicated during his tenure on July 4, 1799. Its current structure was built in 1824 under the Third System model of coastal fortification, which provided more durability in construction. This year marks the 200th anniversary of the current fortification. Self-guided tours are available daily to explore areas above ground. On a guided tour, you’ll also delve into the underground tunnels and the quarters where officers and their families lived.
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