Maj. Gen. Williams – Fort Williams was named after Major General Seth Williams, who was present at Appomattox Court House in 1865 as Gen. Lee surrendered.
Fort Williams old – The Goddard Mansion was completed in 1858 for lumber baron John Goddard.
Panoramic Cape photo – Portland Head Light is visible on the far left of this panoramic photo of Fort Williams.
Photos courtesy of the Cape Elizabeth Historical Society
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