Fort Gilmer

Historical marker location:

Henrico, Virginia

( Marker is on Battlefield Park Road, 0.3 miles north of Mill Road, on the right when traveling north.)

Marker installed: 2010

Richmond-Petersburg Campaign.

The Virginia Colony was known for its tobacco production, which was the main export during the 17th century. Virginia's tobacco exports helped make it one of the wealthiest colonies in North America.