The Military Trail & Marker Project
Schedule
Sun May 19 2024 at 02:30 pm
Location
Manhattan Public Library | Manhattan, KS
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The Military Road went from Fort Leavenworth to Fort Riley during the 1850s and 1860s. It crossed five counties: Leavenworth, Jefferson, Shawnee, Pottawatomie, and Riley. The presenter, Doug Tippin, will discuss the importance of the road and why it came to an end in the 1860s. In addition, he will provide an update abut the 26 markers that have been placed between the two forts.Doug Tippin is a retired Social Studies teacher, coach, and a graduate of Pittsburg State University. He has researched the military trail for many years, and was instrumental in getting markers placed in five counties to describe the road.
This Event is Free and Open to the Public.
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Where is it happening?
Manhattan Public Library, 629 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502-6131, United States,Manhattan, KansasEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
