Fort Union, New Mexico - Francis Stanley - Bog

Fort Union, New Mexico is a historical book written by Francis Stanley that provides a comprehensive account of the Fort Union National Monument in New Mexico. The book is divided into several chapters that cover different aspects of the fort's history, including its establishment, its role in the American Civil War, and its eventual decline and abandonment.The author begins by describing the founding of Fort Union in 1851 as a military outpost to protect travelers on the Santa Fe Trail. He then goes on to detail the fort's strategic importance during the Civil War, when it served as a supply depot and training center for Union troops.Throughout the book, Stanley provides a wealth of information on the daily life of soldiers stationed at Fort Union, including their routines, living conditions, and interactions with local Native American tribes. He also discusses the fort's architecture and layout, as well as its role in shaping the development of the American West.In addition to its historical content, Fort Union, New Mexico also includes numerous photographs and illustrations that help bring the story to life. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of the American West, military history, or the role of forts in shaping the country's development.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.