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Old Fort Western
16 Cony Street
Augusta, ME, 04330
Augusta is home to a number of historical hot spot, but few can date back farther than Old Fort Western. Being founded in 1754, this fort is actually older than the nation itself, and has seen some major action in its long time of existence. It played major roles in many major wars throughout the years, and has seen much bloodshed, as well as glory, since the day it was built. Today visitors from Augusta apartments can visit and feel the history of the fort, walking the boards which famous men had once tread. History buffs would be insane to pass up the chance to find an apartment near Old Fort Western, since it gives them the opportunity to relive some of the most famous moments in the region's history, with a quick jaunt up the road. Old Fort Western has stood through a Revolution, a Civil War, and two World Wars, and massive strife between nations, and has stood all the stronger all the way, and visitors from Augusta apartments can feel this the moment they walk on to the grounds. The bold fighting spirit of the many people who stayed at this fort still fill the grounds with their energy, and many parts of the fort remained restored from their former glory. In addition to the fort itself, the main house has also been well restored, giving visitors from Augusta apartments a chance to see what everyday life was like for the people living within the fort. Each room has been furnished in the traditional style of the day, and has tried its hardest to replicate the exact look of the rooms from the 18th century, when James Howard and his sons lived there. With an apartment near Old Fort Western, you can see all this without ever having to venture too far past your front door. Those with apartments near Old Fort Western can tell you, there are few spots in town with more historical significance. Folks from Augusta apartments should make it a point to visit this stunning location for themselves, where they can relive some famous moments in the history, and walk where such figures as Benedict Arnold and Aaron Burr once walked.