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We help Fort Larned by purchasing artifacts and providing funds for special events and projects. Over the years the Fort Larned Old Guard has been able to buy many original items directly related to Fort Larned's history, greatly enhancing the park's staff to interpret the story of Fort Larned.
Cheyenee-Lakota Indian Village
Cheyenee-Lakota Indian Village
Purchased an important Cheyenne-Lakota Indian village site northwest of Fort Larned. It was destroyed by General Hancock and Lt. Col. Custer.
Hancock's Original Orders
Hancock's Original Orders
Purchased the original Special Field Order No. 13, Gen. Hancock's written order to destroy the village on April 18, 1867.
Capt. Frank Baldwin's Sword
Capt. Frank Baldwin's Sword
Purchased an original sword belonging to Capt. Frank D. Baldwin, who was twice awarded the Medal of Honor.
Original Trap Door Springfield
Original Trap Door Springfield
Purchased an original 1866 Trap-Door Springfield. The rifle was marked by a soldier in the 3rd Infantry, some of whom were stationed at Fort Larned.
Capt. Nolan's Pistol
Capt. Nolan's Pistol
Purchased an original 1860 Colt Conversion revolver used by Capt. Nicholas Nolan. Capt. Nolan commanded Company A, 10th U.S. Cavalry at Fort Larned, one of the first African-American troops authorized in the regular Army.
Rucker Ambulance
Rucker Ambulance
Purchased and restored an original Rucker Ambulance.
Commissioned two original works of art depicting scenes from Hancock's march on the Cheyenne-Lakota Indian village in April 1867. Both are limited edition prints available for sale.
Thus Far and No Further
Thus Far and No Further
By Rick Reeves. This painting depicts Hancock's troops preparing to meet warriors from the Indian Village at a place called "Confrontation Hill".
Bold and Fearless
Bold and Fearless
By Jerry Thomas. This painting shows the warriors leaving their village to confront Hancock's troops.
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