This text investigates the strategic significance of Fort Pulaski in the defense of Savannah harbor during the American Civil War. Authored by Ralston B. Lattimore under the auspices of the National Park Service, the work provides a historical account of the fort's construction, its role in coastal defense, and the tactical shifts in artillery warfare that rendered such masonry fortifications vulnerable. It serves as both a historical record and a guide for visitors interested in the site's preservation.

Experts and historians recognize this publication as a standard introductory resource for visitors and students of the National Park Service. Readers frequently note that the text provides a clear, accessible summary of the site's military importance without overwhelming the reader with excessive technical jargon.