Discriminating Explorer: Fort Monroe National Monument—Hub Of A Classic Historic Harbor Tour
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“Freedom’s Fortress” is the perfect place to start a visit to one of the nation’s most historic harbors. The massive Chesapeake Bay and the historic towns that cluster at its mouth are a premier destination for history buffs and water enthusiasts.