In 1970-71, I was stationed at Ft. Monroe in the Garrison Company. Lincoln, Lee and Jefferson Davis were prior residents. Lee helped build the fort, Lincoln was there to plan the battle of Hampton Roads, and Davis was imprisoned in the casement after the war. When I was there, it was the headquarters of the Continental Army Command (CONARC).
I’ve a buddy who worked there in the 2000+ until he retired a few years ago. His office was on the “Roads” side of the Fortress and many times was surprised when he looked up and had a large warship coming straight at him. Then they would take that hard turn to port and go towards Norfolk.
He loved working there.