Fort Lowell in Rio-Arriba County, New Mexico

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Fort Lowell

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Fort Lowell was established in 1866 to protect the Tierra Amarilla area settlements from the Southern Utes. Originally named Camp Plummer, this post was garrisoned by a detachment of New Mexico Volunteers, some of whose descendents live in the area. Abandoned in 1869 and its log buildings sold to local residents.

Last updated: 10/12/2009 15:10:00