National Register of Historic Places

Battery LeRoy

James Island, Charleston County, South Carolina
Listed
August 10, 1982
Type
Structure
Period
Civil War
Ref No.
82004786

Location

James Island, Charleston County, South Carolina
32.71408, -79.98082

Significance

Battery LeRoy is a structure in James Island, Charleston County, South Carolina. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on August 10, 1982, under reference number 82004786. Its period of significance dates to the Civil War era. It is recognized for its significance in Military and Engineering.

Categories

MILITARYENGINEERING
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Sources

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Nearby Battles

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Questions about this property

When was Battery LeRoy listed on the National Register?

Battery LeRoy was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 10, 1982.

What type of historic resource is Battery LeRoy?

Battery LeRoy is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Battery LeRoy?

The period of significance for Battery LeRoy is recorded as the civil_war era.

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