Site of French Fort Ste. Anne — Alburgh, Vermont

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Site of French Fort Ste. Anne

Alburgh, Vermont · Vermont's oldest settlement

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Fort Ste. Anne stood on this shore, built in 1666 by Capt. Pierre La Motte for defense against the Mohawks. The Jesuits celebrated the first Mass there and erected the first chapel. Though not permanent, it was Vermont's first white settlement.

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Alburgh, Vermont · USA

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