 Generals
George A. Custer, Nelson Miles and Philip Sheridan, Major Reno, William
"Buffalo Bill" Cody and James B. "Wild Bill" Hickok are part of the history
of this outpost on a military trail. Established in 1865 in the land of
the Cheyenne and Arapaho, Fort Hays protected railroad workers and travelers
on the Smoky Hill Trail. Enjoy the military items and photographs at the
visitor center.
| Visitors are saying:
"This was a great experience."
"A wonderful way to bring history to life!"
"Awesome!"
"Loved receiving a Fort Hays soldier's name and a place to look
up the remainder of his career! It helps make history real for
'dot.com' kids." |
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