Near Lebec in Kern County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Fort Tejon
Photographed By Denise Boose, March 14, 2010
1. Fort Tejon Marker
This military post was established by the United States Army on June 24, 1854, to suppress stock rustling and for the protection of Indians in the San Joaquin Valley. As regimental headquarters of the First Dragoons, Fort Tejón was an important military, social, and political center. Camels for transportation were introduced here in 1858. The fort was abandoned September 11, 1864.Erected 1954 by California State Parks commission, Kern County Historical Society, Ft. Tejon Parlor 289 Native Daughters of the Golden West, Bakersfield Parlor 42 Native Sons of the Golden West, Kern County Museum. (Marker Number 129.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Exploration • Forts and Castles • Notable Events • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the California Historical Landmarks, and the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series lists. A significant historical month for this entry is June 1857.
Location. 34° 52.478′ N, 118° 53.578′ W. Marker is near Lebec, California, in Kern
Photographed By Denise Boose, March 14, 2010
2. Fort Tejon Marker
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 5 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Camel Trail Terminus (within shouting distance of this marker); The Camels of Fort Tejon (within shouting distance of this marker); Peter Lebeck (within shouting distance of this marker); Camel Brigade (within shouting distance of this marker); Peter Lebec (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Don Pedro Fages (approx. 3.2 miles away); Interstate Highway 5 (approx. 3.6 miles away); El Camino Viejo (approx. 4.8 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Lebec.
Photographed By Craig Baker, February 16, 2022
3. Fort Tejon
Photographed By Craig Baker, February 16, 2022
4. Parade Grounds and Barracks
Photographed By Leticia A. Kohnen, November 25, 2006
5. Ft. Tejon original office quarters
Photographed By Leticia A. Kohnen, November 25, 2006
6. Ft Tejon Cookhouse and Mess area
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, March 28, 2008
7. Lieutenant Edward Fitzgerald Beale marker
Was located nearby, now missing.
Photographed By Craig Baker, February 16, 2022
8. Street Sign
Credits. This page was last revised on February 20, 2022. It was originally submitted on September 20, 2007, by Mathew H. Kohnen of San Jose, California. This page has been viewed 3,483 times since then and 23 times this year. Last updated on May 19, 2018, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. Photos: 1. submitted on February 20, 2022. 2. submitted on May 22, 2015, by Denise Boose of Tehachapi, California. 3, 4. submitted on February 17, 2022, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. 5, 6. submitted on September 20, 2007, by Mathew H. Kohnen of San Jose, California. 7. submitted on May 30, 2008, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. 8. submitted on February 17, 2022, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
