Fort Niagara
historical fort, Youngstown, New York, United States
Quick Summary
Fort Niagara is a historical fort located at the mouth of the Niagara River on Lake Ontario in Youngstown, New York. The French built its main structure, known as the "Castle," in 1725–26 on the site of a Seneca Indian town. The fort played a role in the War of 1812. The Niagara Frontier, an area that includes Fort Niagara, is a region of recreation and heavy industry in western New York.1234
Summary created from Britannica articles
using AI.
AI can make mistakes, so verify using Britannica articles.
7 Britannica Sources
Ask Britannica AI about this topic
Britannica doesn't have a full article on this topic, so we've curated a list of our relevant coverage.
