Fort Union and the Battle of Glorieta Pass

Located approximately 100 miles from Santa Fe, New Mexico, Fort Union played a crucial role in the defense of the western United States during the Civil War. Sometimes called the ?Gettysburg of the West,? the Battle of Glorieta Pass was instrumental in thwarting the designs of the rebels. Today, Fort Union stands as a symbolic reminder of three stages of western development: the formative years of the New Mexico Territory, the troubled Civil War era, and finally, the subjugation of Native Americans in the West. This class will guide participants through the exciting history of Fort Union from 1851-1891.