Fort Schuyler - SUNY Maritime Academy - Bronx New York
Vložit
- čas přidán 23. 05. 2021
- "Fort Schuyler was one of many forts built along the east coast of the United States under the third system of US fortifications in the aftermath of the War of 1812, when it became apparent that the U.S. coast was poorly defended against foreign invasion. Fort Schuyler was begun in 1833 and dedicated in 1856 after 75% completion, though not garrisoned until 1861. The fort was strategically positioned to protect New York City from naval attack through Long Island Sound, guarding the eastern entrance to New York Harbor. It is located on Throggs Neck, the southeastern tip of the Bronx, where the East River meets Long Island Sound. Fort Totten, built during the Civil War and largely incomplete, faces it on the opposite side of the river. Their interlocking batteries created a bottleneck of defenses against ships attempting to approach New York City.
In the late 1920s Fort Schuyler was placed on the abandoned list by the U.S. Army. When this was done, it was targeted for acquisition by Robert Moses for conversion to a state park as well as a permanent shore base for the New York State Merchant Marine Academy (now SUNY Maritime College). A protracted political struggle ensued, but eventually the academy forces prevailed. The site was transferred to the state of New York in 1934 during the Great Depression, then rehabilitated by the Works Progress Administration and dedicated to the school in 1938. The college, which was founded in 1874, still occupies the site, and in 1948 was one of the original 29 founding schools to be incorporated into the State University of New York as the State University of New York Maritime College. The fort has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1976."
"The Throggs Neck Bridge is a suspension bridge in New York City, carrying six lanes of Interstate 295 (I-295) over the East River where it meets the Long Island Sound. The bridge connects the Throggs Neck section of the Bronx with the Bay Terrace section of Queens. Opened on January 11, 1961, it is the newest bridge across the East River."
Wikipedia
Amazon Sports and Outdoor Products support our page! amzn.to/3AhoSbB
Recorded on the Osmo Pocket www.dji.com/osmo-pocket/info
Music by Epidemic Sound www.epidemicsound.com/
Edited in Da Vinci Resolve www.blackmagicdesign.com/prod...
#thebronx #relaxation
Shot on the Osmo Pocket, transport by Specialized Rockhopper. Music "Excelsior" by River Foxcroft provided by Epidemic Sound.
Thanks for the video. I grew up in Throggs Neck and spend 4 wonderful years at Maritime in the 80's. Wouldnt have traded it for any other school.
My father, George Mortensen, was in the class of '38. He would go on to have a storied maritime career and is an honored graduate. but it all started here. I grew up just across the water on the Point. Great memories and a great institution.
Hate the bridge. It changed everything and not for the best.
My Brother. Mark Fithian Graduated from this School and just Retired as a Pilot for Chesapeake Bay Harbor Pilots Association!
Thank you for the video. Starting in September I will be an intern at the Stephen Luce Library of the SUNY Maritime College. I haven't visited this area since I was a teenager; I've forgotten about the stunning view of the campus. I can't wait. BTW, I'm going to see if you biked in the area I grew up in: Soundview area, specifically Lafayette Avenue and Soundview Park, where I played little league baseball.
Here's to your succesful career at Maritime. I Bike Lafayette and Soundview often, but a video is still in the works. Thanks for your comments, they help keep it real.
Thank you for uploading the video. I always wanted to visit Throgs Neck.
It's amazing how beautiful the Bronx can be! Glad you enjoyed it!
@Chuck Mos Thanks for watching. I've biked the Bronx most of my life and am always surprised by it's energy, diversity and natural beauty. Welcome back to your whole family! P.S. There's a short video on Edgewater Park on the channel, in case you'd like an update...
I’m watching CZcams videos on my so-called smart TV. Interesting that this popped up as a suggestion. Tomorrow, October 29, 2022, is Maritime College’s homecoming Day. I’m Class of 1971, and considering getting up early enough to make the trek from eastern Long Island.
Hop you come and enjoy the day. The Fort is really a magnificent place!
@@bikethebronx9465 LoL! I spent from August 1967 to August 1971 as a Cadet. It is indeed a scenic campus, and the museum in the Fort is well worth a visit!