The Blockhouses
 Two
Bastions were placed at opposite corners
with most of their walls outside those of
the Fort. The floor of the second story was
strong enough to support movement of the
brass barreled cannon. Rifle slits made it
possible to use three riflemen from any
side. One blockhouse doubled as a powder
magazine and armory. Each blockhouse had a
small observation platform on top as well as
a flagpole. Although Fort Benton was never
under siege, its large blockhouses and 14"
thick walls would have discourage any
thoughts of attack upon the traders inside.
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