Tukuk-OS🏰 Trading Post's fort
United States · Americas · 38.25°N, 94.69°W
In 1842, a large log fort was built at Trading Post, Kansas, by the United States Army, upon the order of General Winfield Scott. This fort was on the Fort Leavenworth-Fort Gibson Military Road. The completed fort was fairly elaborate. It included space to house a company of dragoons and their horses. Also, it contained a hospital and store houses. Gaps along the outside walls of buildings were filled in with stockade walls. The buildings were built around a large interior open area.
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Quick facts
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Continent / region | Americas |
| Coordinates (approx.) | 38.25°N, 94.69°W · view on map |
Trading Post's fort is located in United States, in Americas.
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