Fort Missoula (Mont.) Collection 1877-1899

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Fort Missoula (Mont.) Collection 1877-1899

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This collection includes photocopies and originals of materials related to the construction and daily business of early Fort Missoula, and also contains information on the 25th Infantry Bicycle Corps.

0.5 linear feet

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Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library Archives and Special Collections

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SNAC Resource ID: 6378549

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United States. Army. Infantry Regiment, 25th. Bicycle Corps

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Fort Missoula (Mont.)

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Between 1867 and 1876 citizens in Missoula, Montana Territory, pleaded, protested, and petitioned for a military post. While Indian problems usually initiated each round of concern, local newspapers editorials touted the value of a military presence for encouraging immigration and business. In 1876, the War Department approved a company post and appropriated funds. Construction began in the summer of 1877 but Indian trouble delayed the work. Barracks and non-commissioned officer's q...