Near Capitan in Lincoln County, New Mexico — The American Mountains (Southwest)
Fort Stanton
1855-1896
Erected by New Mexico Historic Preservation Division.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Forts and Castles • War, US Civil. A significant historical year for this entry is 1861.
Location. 33° 29.792′ N, 105° 31.45′ W. Marker is near Capitan, New Mexico, in Lincoln County. Marker is on State Road 220 at milepost 13.5, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Capitan NM 88316, 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 Fort Stanton (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Fort Stanton (within shouting distance of this marker); Stables and Corrals (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Buildings 17 - 20 (about 800 feet away); Community House (approx. 0.2 miles away); Officer’s Quarters (approx. 0.2 miles away); Chapel (approx. 0.2 miles away); Fort Stanton Medical Center (approx. 0.2 miles away).
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on August 10, 2011, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. This page has been viewed 795 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on August 10, 2011, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.