Eureka in Humboldt County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Fort Humboldt
Photographed By Karen Key, May 24, 2009
1. Fort Humboldt Marker
By the early 1850's, newly arrived white settlers had moved into the Humboldt Bay area, causing conflict with the native inhabitants. To protect both Indians and settlers, Fort Humboldt was established in 1853 and operated until 1866. It became a focal point in the violent struggle between two cultures. Many Native Americans were assembled here before removal to reservations. California Registered Historical Landmark No. 154
Plaque placed by the State Department of Parks and Recreation in cooperation with the Ancient and Honorable Order of E Clampus Vitus, Eureka Chapter No. 101, May 10, 1980.
Erected 1980 by State Department of Parks and Recreation and E Clampus Vitus, Eureka Chapter No. 101. (Marker Number 154.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Native Americans • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the California Historical Landmarks, and the E Clampus Vitus series lists. A significant historical date for this entry is May 10, 1980.
Location. 40° 46.633′ N, 124° 11.25′
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2. Fort Humboldt Marker
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. 1935 Redwood Lumber Strike (approx. 0.2 miles away); Humboldt Bay Jetty Dolos (approx. 0.9 miles away); The Cottage (approx. 1½ miles away); John A. Cottrell House (approx. 1.6 miles away); Sequoia Hose Company No. 6 (approx. 1.8 miles away); Saint Innocent of Alaska (approx. 1.9 miles away); Simpson-Vance House (approx. 1.9 miles away); Eureka Inn (approx. 2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Eureka.
Also see . . .
1. Wikipedia - Fort Humboldt State Historic Park. (Submitted on June 14, 2009, by Karen Key of Sacramento, California.)
2. Historic California Posts: Fort Humboldt. The California State Military Museum website (Submitted on June 14, 2009, by Karen Key of Sacramento, California.)
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3. Welcome to Fort Humboldt
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4. Fort Humboldt Marker
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5. Fort Humboldt Marker
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6. Captain's Quarters II
Signs in front of the flagpole.
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7. Daily Business - The Adjutant's Office
Signs in front of the flagpole.
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8. Driven from Duty - Captains Quarters
Signs in front of the flagpole.
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9. Officers Quarters I - Built Poorly on Purpose
Signs in front of the flagpole.
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10. Conflicting Views - The Commander's Quarters
Signs in front of the flagpole.
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11. Signs in front of the flagpole
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12. The Surgeons Quarters (Replica)
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13. Frontier Life at Fort Humboldt - The Surgeons Quarters
Signs in front of the Surgeons Quarters Replica.
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14. The Surgeons Quarters (Replica)
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15. Original Site of the Company Quarters
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16. Where Needs Were Met - The Commissary
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17. Where Needs Were Met - The Commissary
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18. Food and Medicine - The Fort Garden
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19. Food and Medicine - The Fort Garden
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20. Fort Hospital and Garden
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21. Surviving Through Time - Fort Hospital
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22. Fort Hospital
Houses the Historic Museum
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23. Diorama of Fort Humboldt
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24. Music From a Mule's Skull - A Company Barracks
Credits. This page was last revised on August 1, 2018. It was originally submitted on June 14, 2009, by Karen Key of Sacramento, California. This page has been viewed 1,664 times since then and 38 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24. submitted on June 14, 2009, by Karen Key of Sacramento, California.
