Redoubt 2

This reconstructed earthworks fortification is a short walk from Muhlenberg's Brigade.

NPS Photo/G. Purifoy

Quick Facts

Location:

Near Muhlenberg's Brigade

Significance:

The site of one of 5 fortifications built by soldiers during the Valley Forge encampment.

Designation:

Reconstructed earthworks fort

Amenities

3 listed

Cellular Signal, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Wheelchair Accessible

Redoubt 2 is a reconstruction of one of five different earthworks fortifications built by soldiers during the Valley Forge encampment in order to defend the position from a possible British attack.

This redoubt was constructed strategically on the ridgeline, and provides an unobstructed view of the terrain between Valley Forge and Philadelphia. Had the British attacked from the east, they would have been sighted from this location.