Fort Independence

This is a view towards the main entry way to Fort Independence, on Castle Island.

Castle Island is the oldest fortified military site in British North America. The first fort was built on the site in 1643. The present pentagonal fort (built between 1834 and 1851) is the eighth generation of forts or "castles" built and garrisoned on the island.

In 1827, a young soldier named Edgar Allan Perry (later known as Edgar Allan Poe) served for about five months at Fort Independence. It is commonly thought that his short story, "The Cask of Amontillado" is based on a legend of an officer who was walled up in the walls of the fort.

walkway

One of the many walkways on Castle island.

Fireman memorial

A memorial to Robert M. Greene, firefighter, killed in the line of duty in Boston on Nov 27, 1978. This memorial is found on Castle Island.

Watch your head

There is a great playground on Castle Island with swings and fun climbing structures. Because Logan is so close, you can see the planes taking off and landing while you are at the playground. If a child likes planes, the view makes this playground irresistible.

Korean War Memorial

South Boston's Korean War memorial, found on Castle Island.

I think I got one

Fishing off the pier at Castle Island.

Donald McKay monument

A quick drive from Quincy, Castle Island is a great place for picnics and relaxation. Here is one of the many monuments found there:Written on the monument:
Donald MacKay 1810-1880. Master Builder whose Genius produced ships of beauty and speed before unknown which swept the seven seas made the American Clipper Ship famous the world over and brought renown and prosperity to the City of Boston. this monument erected by private subscription - 1933