Fort Larned - Old Stereo Views
Fort Larned is on the Santa Fe Trail, positioned between Fort Leavenworth,
Kansas, and Fort Lyon, Colorado. Originally founded in 1859, the existing buildings
date from about 1868 when 200 to 250 soldiers were stationed at the Fort. This
military contingent provided protection for mail coaches, freighters and other
traffic on the Santa Fe Trail. The Santa Fe Railroad completed construction
across Kansas in 1872, ending the military requirement. Fort Larned is one of the
only preserved frontier forts from this time period. It is now a National Historic Site as
part of the National Park Service. To learn more, visit the
Fort Larned website
A set of stereo photographs was produced in the 1870's and 1880's recording various views of the
fort at that time. A military caretaker force was stationed at the fort prior to it being turned over
to civilian use. These photos were reproduced in 2007 using reenactors to capture the views as
closely as possible to the originals.
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Living History Series
Fort Larned Stereo 01
Garrison Well
photo taken May 27, 2007
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Living History Series
Fort Larned Stereo 02
Garrison Building
photo taken May 27, 2007
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Living History Series
Fort Larned Stereo 03
Commanding Officer's House
photo taken May 27, 2007
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Living History Series
Fort Larned Stereo 04
South Officers' Quarters
photo taken May 27, 2007
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Living History Series
Fort Larned Stereo 05
SE Corner of Parade Ground
photo taken May 27, 2007
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