The Pony Express
1860-1861
— 1960-1961 —
Russell • Majors • Waddell
Founders • Owners • Operators
Erected by National Pony Express Centennial Association.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Communications • Forts and Castles. In addition, it is included in the Pony Express National Historic Trail series list.
Location. 42° 12.233′ N, 104° 33.45′ W. Marker is near Fort Laramie, Wyoming, in Goshen County. Marker is on County Road 53. The plaque is attached to an obelisk located at Fort Laramie National Historic Site. The obelisk is situated on the sidewalk that connects the parking area to the Fort. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Fort Laramie WY 82212, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named The Pony Express (here, next to this marker); Fort Laramie (a few steps from this marker); Transcontinental Telegraph (a few steps from this marker); A Father’s Grief . . . A Soldier’s Honor (within shouting distance of this marker); The Sutler’s House (within shouting
More about this marker. The plaque is one of several attached to the obelisk.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on November 3, 2011, by Mike Camero of Edwardsville, Illinois. This page has been viewed 706 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on November 3, 2011, by Mike Camero of Edwardsville, Illinois. 2. submitted on November 4, 2011, by Mike Camero of Edwardsville, Illinois. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.