Constitution Island Redoubts

Redoubts 5, 6 and 7 were built between 1776 and 1779 to protect Constitution Island batteries and overland approaches. Redoubt 5, on high ground to the right of Warner House, was built in 1779 to protect the island’s eastern side and the back of Gravel Hill (Greaton’s) Battery. Redoubt 6, at the center of the island behind Warner House, was built in 1779 in line over Roman’s Battery. Redoubt 7, at the west end of the island, was built in 1778 on the highest point of Constitution Island and protected the rear of Marine and Gravel Hill Batteries.

West Point, New York · United States