Atop Bent's Old Fort

Utilizing all available space, there was actually a 2nd story here at the fort. Chimneys ran up through the roof and above the wall line so smoke from the rooms below would draw properly. Turrets in two corners provided a commanding view and, if needed, defense.

Oh give me a home, where the buffalo roam--Pt. 1

September 20th 2013
It’s been in our thoughts for years, but we finally put it in play after discussing it for month or so; we are now headed out for a grand tour of the Southwest. Our ultimate goal is to visit John’s aunt in Phoenix and her long time friend, Greta. Recently Greta has been having some health issues and we want to see her and Dosia when we can get there in decent weather and driving. So we plotted ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more

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