Camp Ford, Civil War historic site in Tyler, United States.
Camp Ford features interpretive trails, information signs, and a kiosk displaying the history of this former Confederate prisoner camp location.
The largest Confederate prison camp west of the Mississippi River held over 5,300 Union soldiers at its peak in July 1864.
Letters and diaries from Union soldiers provide detailed accounts of daily life and conditions within the camp during the American Civil War.
Located at 6500 US Highway 271 in Tyler, Texas, this free admission park remains open from sunrise to sunset every day.
The site contains preserved features from the original 4-acre military stockade constructed in 1863 following an attempted mass escape.
Location: Tyler
GPS coordinates: 32.39560,-95.26639
Latest update: March 12, 2025 20:28
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