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Las Vegas (2)

Las Vegas, NM, USA

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Historical Marker

Las Vegas served as an important stop on the Santa Fe Trail and later as a major railroad center. Here General Kearny announced the annexation of New Mexico by the U.S. in 1846. In 1862, during the Confederate occupation of Santa Fe, Las Vegas served as a Territorial capital.

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

Related Themes: C.S.A., Confederate States of America, Confederacy

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