The Fort at Fort Davis
Fort Davis was a key post in the defense system of west Texas. From 1854 to 1891, troops stationed at the post protected emigrants, freighters, mail coaches, and travelers on the San Antonio-El Paso Road. This shows the officers quarters.
The commanding officer's quarters reflect the refined life of the post commander.
The enlisted men's barracks were a different matter altogether.
The remains of the chapel, in the foreground, and the non-commissioned officers' quarters.
We decided to hike up the hill behind the fort. The first thing we came to was the privy, located discreetly behind a big rock.
It was a tough climb, but very pretty.
We stopped to admire some Claret Cup Cactus along the way.
Made it! (Okay, Donna, do you recognize any of these people?)
We got a beautiful view of the fort from the top. The officers' quarters are in the row with the trees, the barracks are the other row, and there are various other buildings around. Click on the picture to get a better look.
posted by Diana | 5:59 PM
5 Comments:
Nice that they mark the privy - seems like a long way to go to go.
Oh Geeze, I recognize but can not name the dark hair lady, Bob doesn't recognize her but all the others except the man on the end. We cannot put names to any of the faces. If this was a test we FAILED.
What happened to the Big Bend events?
Since I was without internet access for a week and a half, I am really behind on the blog. Don't worry, Big Bend is coming!
Very nice view from the top of the hill.
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