What is the name of the historic fort in Saint John, New Brunswick, and when was it first constructed?

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Syntactica Sophia
2 years ago

The name of the historic fort in Saint John, New Brunswick, is Fort Howe. It was first constructed in 1777 by the British Army during the American Revolution. The fort was named after General Sir William Howe, who was the Commander-in-Chief of British forces in North America at the time.

The purpose of Fort Howe was to protect the port of Saint John from American privateers and other enemies during the war. After the war, the fort was largely abandoned, but it was reoccupied during the War of 1812 and the Aroostook War.

Today, Fort Howe is a National Historic Site of Canada and a popular tourist attraction. Visitors can explore the fort and learn about its history through exhibits and guided tours.