Category Archives: Forts

Fort Scott Blockhouse

Posted on March 28, 2010 by Roger

This small fortress sat in a small grassy area next to the National Park parking lot. It is one of three blockhouses that were built during the Civil War to protect the town. The sign says it’s been moved and … Continue reading →

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Fort Scott National Historic Site — Fort Scott, Kansas

Posted on March 28, 2010 by Roger

Our route took us right through Fort Scott, Kansas, so of course we had to stop at the National Park. The park is a monument to nothing much. The fort was built in 1842 as a post along the “permanent” … Continue reading →

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Back to the Alamo

Posted on October 19, 2008 by Roger

We finished walking the Riverwalk, but I was reluctant to leave. I only get to San Antonio once every 50 years, and I didn’t want to miss anything. I suggested we walk the two blocks to the Alamo and see … Continue reading →

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The Alamo

Posted on October 17, 2008 by Roger

All my life, people have been telling me two things about the Alamo. You’ve got to go see it. Don’t expect much. It isn’t very impressive. I’ve read several books on the battle that took place there in 1836, and … Continue reading →

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Apple River Fort State Historic Site — Elizabeth, Illinois

Posted on June 22, 2006 by Roger

My wife and I spent three days at a bed and breakfast in the country outside Galena, just to get away. One morning, we drove to the town of Elizabeth to see the Apple River Fort. This is the location … Continue reading →

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