Fort Walla Walla (2)
Fort Walla Walla (1856-1911) - First established in 23 Sep 1856 by Maj. Edward J. Steptoe and 9th U.S. Infantry troops at a temporary site west of the city. Moved to another temporary site at 1st and Main in present day Walla Walla. Finally moved to current location now occupied by the VA Hospital. Abandoned 11 Mar 1911.
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Fort Walla Walla (2) History
Commanders:
- Maj. Edward J. Steptoe
- Capt. Frederick T. Dent
- Capt. E. Steen
Current Status
On the grounds of the Walla Walla VA Hospital, Walla Walla, Washington. Many buildings remain and have been repurposed by the VA.
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Location: Walla Walla VA Hospital Grounds, Walla Walla Washington Maps & Images Lat: 46.052714 Long: -118.357236 |
Sources:
- Roberts, Robert B., Encyclopedia of Historic Forts: The Military, Pioneer, and Trading Posts of the United States, Macmillan, New York, 1988, 10th printing, ISBN 0-02-926880-X, page 838
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Visited: 15 May 2010
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