Fort Union

Fort Union is a military installation in Dodgeville, Wisconsin, built during the 1830s to serve as a regional operations base. The fortification provided shelter and strategic positioning for troops managing the frontier during a period of territorial expansion.

Fort Union was founded in 1832 during the Black Hawk War under commander Henry Dodge, who established it as military headquarters for regional operations. The installation later became tied to broader economic activities in the area as settlement expanded.

The fort represents the intersection between European settlers and Native American territories during the expansion period of the United States frontier.

The fort site lies on private property and is not readily accessible to the public; information is available through the Wisconsin Historical Society. Contact ahead to confirm access conditions and any available interpretive resources before visiting.

The site served both as a military base and as the center of Henry Dodge's lead mining operations in the area. This dual role linked military strategy directly with industrial extraction during the early settlement period.

Location: Wisconsin

GPS coordinates: 42.91630,-90.11807

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:06