Who owns Fort Chadbourne?
Who owns Fort Chadbourne?
Garland H. Richards
On September 20, 2009, Garland H. Richards, current owner of the Chadbourne Ranch, which covers parts of Coke, Runnels, Taylor, and Nolan Counties, was presented with the prestigious Harry Holt Award because of Richards’ assistance to the West Texas Rehabilitation Center in Abilene.
What county is Fort Chadbourne in?
Coke County
Fort Chadbourne was on Oak Creek near what is now U.S. Highway 277 eleven miles northeast of Bronte in extreme northeast Coke County.
What forts are in Texas?
Forts of this period include:
- Fort Bliss (near El Paso)
- Fort Brown (in Brownsville)
- Fort Clark (near Brackettville)
- Fort Crockett (in Galveston)
- Fort McIntosh (in Laredo)
- Fort Sam Houston (in San Antonio)
- Fort D. A. Russell (near Marfa)
- Fort San Jacinto (in Galveston)
What county is Fort Mckavett Texas in?
Menard County
Fort McKavett/Counties
How many US Army bases are in Texas?
15 military bases
Texas is a proud home to 15 military bases and installations serving all branches of the United States military.
What happened at Fort McKavett?
Fort McKavett was abandoned permanently in June 1883 and was once again occupied by civilian settlers who converted its buildings into residences and businesses. The town of Fort McKavett, Texas, grew within and beyond the fort’s grounds until the late 1920s….Fort McKavett State Historic Site.
| Significant dates | |
|---|---|
| Designated RTHL | 1936, 1963, 1968 |
Who is Fort McKavett named for?
Capt. Henry McKavett
The new name was probably chosen in honor of Capt. Henry McKavett, who was killed in the battle of Monterrey in 1846 (see MEXICAN WAR). Much of the post was in ruins when Fort McKavett reopened, and the troops lived in tents for the next year or two while the facilities were rebuilt under the command of Gen. Ranald S.
What state is Fort Hood?
Texas
Fort Hood/State
Fort Hood is located in southwestern Bell and southeastern Coryell counties in Central Texas. Most of the 218,000 acres owned by the United States Army is located in Coryell County.
What is the history of Fort Chadbourne?
“The historic old post Fort Chadbourne is as rich in family history as it is in military history. It is impossible to tell one story without telling the other. They intertwine, and are actually one and the same. A military post becomes a ranch. Through the years it grows and thrives, making itself part of history.
How did Chadbourne Ranch become part of history?
Through the years it grows and thrives, making itself part of history. Later Chadbourne Ranch too becomes of historical significance, and then gradually it returns to the roots from which it was formed, known as Fort Chadbourne.” — Ann Pate
What are the hours of fortfort Chadbourne?
Fort Chadbourne is open Tuesday through Saturday 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. The last showing to see the Emmy Award winning video is at 3:30 p.m. each day.
