Sallyport
The original entrance (and main defense) of Fort Jefferson.
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Sallyport Details
Sallyport was the original, and only, entrance to Fort Jefferson. This entrance was guarded by two doors, and a draw bridge covering the doors. The next layer of defense, for anyone who was able to maneuver past the first doors, was a second set doors, inside the smaller room. Those who found themselves trapped in between the two sets of doors, were then faced with gunfire from the guards through the small windows, or loopholes, on the sides of the walls. You'll have no problem finding Sallyport, as it's right where the Ferry docks.
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Dry Tortugas National Park
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Dr. Mudd's Cell
Dr. Samuel Mudd is the the most famous prisoner to be held at Fort Jefferson. Mudd was found guilty of conspiring with John Wilkes Booth in the assassination of Abraham Lincoln
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Harbor Light
NPS still operates the beacon of this 1876 iron lighthouse.
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Historic Fort Jefferson, on Garden Key, is an ideal spot for an easy hike or watching the sun rise or set.
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Parade Ground
Eight open acres in the middle of Fort Jefferson.
