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Fort Winnebago Surgeon's Quarters

Portage, Wisconsin • Columbia County

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About This Property

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Fort Winnebago Surgeon's Quarters, located in Portage, Wisconsin, is the sole surviving original building from the 1829 military outpost. This modest structure once served as the primary medical facility for the soldiers stationed at the fort.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Building
Acreage
3
Listed Date
10/28/1970
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Military
Periods of Significance
1825 Ad - 1849 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
No
Level - Local
Yes
Level - Not Indicated
No

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