Description: At Dobbs Ferry, during the Revolutionary War, a series of forts was constructed by the Continental Army. The purpose of the forts was to defend Westchester from advances by British forces. The main fortification stood atop a horseshoe shaped projection overlooking the east shore ferry landing and was equipped with two redoubts. However, the Continental Army was forced to retreat after the British successfully captured New York City in 1776. By January of 1777, though, Westchester’s forts were re-occupied by Patriot forces.

County: Westchester County

City, State: Dobbs Ferry, New York

See Also:

King's Ferry

Stony Point