Augustine Beach, Port Penn

[Delaware_Gopher]

Hello everyone,

Does anyone have any info on the history of Augustine Beach in Port Penn?

On the North East section of the parking lot there is a picnic area with large concrete blocks that are almost covered. Obviously, there used to be a structure there.

I saw someone detecting there about 2 years ago. I didn't have an opportunity to speak with him.

I've found some info on the internet but nothing that describes the history of this beach.

Best,
Brian

 

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[Yeasty]

Brian,

The concrete blocks are probably left over from WWII gun emplacements to protect the river/bay. There are several up and down the Delaware coast and I plan to hit as many as I can when the weather breaks. The amount of history along Delaware's coast is incredible. All the way back to the 1650's.

Good luck!
Pete