Fort Douglas, Military fort in Salt Lake City, United States.
Fort Douglas occupies a strategic position three miles east of Salt Lake City, featuring preserved military buildings and a museum displaying military artifacts.
Colonel Patrick Connor established Camp Douglas in 1862 with Union volunteers from California and Nevada to protect mail routes during the American Civil War.
The Fort Douglas Military Museum exhibits artifacts and documents that represent Utah's military contributions through numerous displays and educational programs.
The military museum opens Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, offering free admission with suggested donations to support operations.
The fort maintains an active federal military cemetery that includes sections for German prisoners of war who died during their internment in World War I.
Location: Salt Lake City
Website: https://fortdouglas.org
GPS coordinates: 40.76528,-111.83306
Latest update: May 12, 2025 17:22
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