Fort Larned National Historic Site facts for kids
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Fort Larned National Historic Site
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Fort Larned Flagpole and Commissary Building
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 Location in Kansas
Location in the United States
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| Location | Pawnee County, Kansas, Kansas route 156, USA |
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| Nearest city | Larned, Kansas |
| Area | 718 acres (2.91 km²) |
| Built | 1860 |
| Architect | Quartermaster Dept., U.S. Army |
| Visitation | 31,551 (2005) |
| NRHP reference No. | 66000107 |
Quick facts for kids Significant dates |
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| Added to NRHP | October 15, 1966 |
| Designated NHS | August 31, 1964 |
Fort Larned National Historic Site is a special place in Kansas, United States. It protects and shares the history of Fort Larned, an old army fort. This fort was important from 1859 to 1878. It is located about 5.5 miles (8.9 km) west of Larned, Kansas.
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Fort Larned: A Look Back in Time
Why Was Fort Larned Built?
Fort Larned started as "Camp on Pawnee Fork." It was built on October 22, 1859. The main reason for building it was to protect travelers. Many people used the Santa Fe Trail to travel across the country. Sometimes, there were conflicts with Native American tribes in the area. The fort helped keep everyone safe.
What Was the Fort's Purpose?
The fort served as a military outpost. Soldiers stationed here helped keep peace. They also protected trade and travel along the Santa Fe Trail. This trail was a very important route for moving goods and people. The fort played a key role in the history of the American West.
When Was Fort Larned Used?
Fort Larned was active for almost 20 years. It was used by the U.S. Army from 1859 until 1878. During this time, it was a busy place. Soldiers lived and worked here. They helped shape the history of Kansas and the surrounding region.
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Schematic of Fort Larned National Historic site
