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Geronimo Surrender Site

Douglas, Arizona • Cochise County

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About This Property

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The Geronimo Surrender Site in Douglas, Arizona, marks the location where the Apache leader Geronimo formally surrendered to U.S. authorities. This humble site, likely consisting of a few natural features, is where a pivotal moment in the Apache Wars concluded.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Site
Acreage
1
Listed Date
3/6/1998
Other Names
Chiricahua Apache Final Cessation Of Hostilities Site

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Military
Periods of Significance
1875 Ad - 1899 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
Yes
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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