Plan of Fort Phil Kearny from Indian Fights and Figthers, 1904

Fort Phil Kearny Wyoming: Historical Insight into the Fetterman Fight

Fort Phil Kearny, established in 1866 in present-day Johnson County, Wyoming, played a crucial role during westward expansion by protecting travelers on the Bozeman Trail. Named after Union General Philip Kearny, the fort became a focal point during Red Cloud’s War, enduring several attacks from Native American tribes. The Fetterman Fight, a significant battle in … Read more