Unearth the riveting tales and secrets of Fort Dodge as we traverse through its rich historical journey together with Doug Austin, our esteemed guest. This episode promises to broaden your historical perspective as we illuminate the strategic role of Fort Dodge during the Indian campaigns of 1867 to 1869 and 1874 to 1875, its location on the Santa Fe trail, and the harrowing narrative of its construction. Marvel at the resilient labor and resources embedded in the fort's infrastructure, and how, despite regular disruptions from Native American tribes, the fort stood its ground.
Get ready to be awed as we, with Doug Austin, unpack the state of the fort's enduring structures, including the junior officers' quarters and the Custer House. Hear the compelling story of Fort Dodge's long journey to being listed on the National Historic Register and the ironies that hovered around its preservation. Doug shares his relentless efforts to protect this historical treasure and the challenges that came with it. We don't stop there; we also shed light on the health adversities and harsh living conditions that the early dwellers of the fort braved. Let's unravel the legacy of Fort Dodge and its compelling past together.
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