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Fort Huachuca

Sierra Vista, Arizona • Cochise County

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About This Property

Source: AI GeneratedNational Historic Landmark

Fort Huachuca is a United States Army installation located in Sierra Vista, Arizona. Established in 1877, it served as a critical frontier post during the Apache Wars and later became a hub for aerial observation and intelligence gathering.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
District
Acreage
110
Listed Date
11/20/1974
Other Names
Old Post Area

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Military; Exploration/Settlement
Periods of Significance
1875 Ad - 1924 Ad
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
No
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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