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Fort Schuyler

In 1781, Fort Schuyler was destroyed by flood and fire

Fort Stanwix, built 1756–58, was named for Gen. John Stanwix. In 1776, it was renamed Fort Schuyler for Gen. Philip Schuyler of Revolutionary War fame. In 1781, the fort was destroyed by flood and fire. Rebuilt, the fort was again named Fort Stanwix.

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