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Fort Supply is a name that has been used for a few different places in the United States. It can be a former military base, a town, a lake, or even an old settlement. Let's explore what each of these "Fort Supply" places are!

What is Fort Supply?

Fort Supply is a name that refers to several different locations and things, mainly in the United States. When you hear "Fort Supply," it could mean one of these interesting places:

Fort Supply in Oklahoma

There are a few things named Fort Supply in Oklahoma.

The Old Military Post

One of the most famous "Fort Supply" places was a United States military post. This fort was active from 1868 to 1895. Soldiers lived and worked there to help keep peace and protect settlers in the area.

The Town of Fort Supply

There is also a town called Fort Supply, Oklahoma in Woodward County, Oklahoma. This town grew up near where the old military fort used to be.

Fort Supply Lake

In the same area, you can find Fort Supply Lake. This is a lake in Woodward County, Oklahoma, which is a popular spot for fishing and other outdoor activities.

Fort Supply in Utah Territory

Another important "Fort Supply" was a former settlement in what was then the Utah Territory.

The Mormon Settlement

This settlement was established by members of the Mormon faith. It existed from 1853 to 1857. Today, this area is part of modern-day Wyoming. It was an important outpost for pioneers moving west.

See also

  • A supply fort is like a big storage area or supply depot where armies or pioneers kept food, weapons, and other important items.
  • Supply (disambiguation)
  • Fort (disambiguation)
  • All pages with titles beginning with Fort Supply
  • All pages with titles containing Fort Supply
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