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Gulf Breeze, Florida
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Battery Worth was constructed in 1899 as part of the United States' Endicott Period coastal defense system, designed to protect the Gulf Coast from naval attacks.
The battery was built using reinforced concrete, a relatively new material at the time, which provided enhanced durability and protection against enemy fire.
The battery was named in honor of Major General William Jenkins Worth, a distinguished officer who served in the Mexican-American War.
Though initially built for earlier conflicts, Battery Worth was reactivated during World War II to bolster coastal defenses against potential Axis threats.
Battery Worth is located within the Gulf Islands National Seashore, a protected area that preserves the natural and historical resources of the region.
