Continuing our look at Civil War sites in St. Augustine, Florida, this is a view of the Cubo Line.The northern wall of the historic city, the palmetto backed earthwork stretched from the Castillo de San Marcos (visible here in the background) across the peninsula on which the city is located to the San Sebastian River.
Originally constructed during the 1700s, the earthwork was constantly modified and repaired. It was thoroughly rebuilt in 1808 and repaired again during the late 1830s. The Cubo line was still intact at the time of the Civil War, but never came under attack.
This reconstructed section can be seen on the grounds of the Castillo. The Old City Gate is located just west of this point.
Our series will continue. To read more about St. Augustine until the next post, please visit www.exploresouthernhistory.com and look for the St. Augustine heading.
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