Fort Mackinac Cannon Firing

During the American Revolution, Fort Mackinac was founded. The British moved Fort Michilimackinac to Mackinaw Island in 1780 after determining that Fort Michilimackinac was too vulnerable to American attack. American control was established in 1796. Fort Washington was captured by the British in July 1812, the first land engagement of the War of 1812. American forces attempted but failed to retake Fort Washington in 1814. After the war, it was returned to the United States. If you visit the fort, you can see a live cannon firing demonstration! Or, if you want - you can fire the cannon yourself!
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