What We do

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

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

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

Purchased an original sword belonging to Capt. Frank D. Baldwin, who was twice awarded the Medal of Honor.

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

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

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

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

By Jerry Thomas. This painting shows the warriors leaving their village to confront Hancock's troops.