History of Pigeon Island

In 1778, Admiral George Rodney took over Pigeon island, expelled the natives, and built a fort on the smaller of the two peaks. This fort is known as Fort Rodney. To establish clear sight lines, Rodney ordered all trees on Pigeon Island to be cut down. From the higher peak, Signal Hill, Rodney was able to observe the French naval base on Martinique.

Over the next several years, the British built several other structures on Pigeon Island, including two barracks, a mess hall, and a lime vat.

In 1782, Admiral Rodney sailed from Pigeon Island to confront the French fleet, which he defeated in the