Fort Chadbourne facts for kids
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Fort Chadbourne barracks
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 Fort Chadbourne
Location in Texas
Fort Chadbourne
Location in the United States
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| Nearest city | Bronte, Texas |
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| Area | 22.5 acres (9.1 ha) |
| Built | 1852 |
| NRHP reference No. | 73001962 |
| Added to NRHP | April 2, 1973 |
Fort Chadbourne was an important fort built by the United States Army in 1852. It was located in what is now Coke County, Texas. The main job of the fort was to protect the western frontier of the United States. It also guarded the Butterfield Overland Mail route, which was a key mail delivery path.
The fort was named after Lieutenant T.L. Chadbourne, a brave soldier who died in the Battle of Resaca de la Palma. Soldiers from the 8th U.S. Infantry helped defend the fort. During the start of the American Civil War, the fort was taken over by the Confederates in 1861. However, federal troops returned and used the fort again from 1865 to 1867.
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Texas Frontier Forts
Fort Chadbourne was part of a larger system of forts. These forts were built across the frontier to protect settlers and travelers. Other important forts in Texas included Griffin, Concho, and Richardson. There were also smaller outposts, like Bothwick's Station, that helped connect these larger forts. This network of forts was vital for safety and communication in the developing West.
Meeting with Comanche Leaders
In 1853, a man named Robert Neighbors met with leaders of the southern Comanches near Fort Chadbourne. For ten days, he talked with chiefs like Sanaco and Buffalo Hump. They discussed many topics that were important to the Comanche people.
Later, in 1856, Neighbors also spoke with Captain Seth Eastman at the fort. Eastman was in charge of the Brazos Indian Reservation. They talked about problems caused by Comanche raids in the area.
Preserving Fort Chadbourne's History
Fort Chadbourne is recognized as a Texas state historical site. In 1973, it was also added to the National Register of Historic Places. This means it is a special place that helps us remember important parts of history. Today, a small community named Fort Chadbourne, Texas, is located near the original fort site.
Images for kids
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Fort Chadbourne officer's quarters
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Fort Chadbourne Texas Historical Marker
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Fort Chadbourne reconstructed stage station
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Fort Chadbourne museum
See also
- Texas Forts Trail
- Forts of Texas
