Name: Camp Stambaugh

County: Fremont

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Feature Type: Locale

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Camp Stambaugh was established on August 20, 1870, in what is now Fremont County. This fort was named after First Lieutenant Charles B. Stambaugh, who was killed near Miner’s Delight by Indians on May 4, 1870. Camp Stambaugh lies near the ghost town of Atlantic City.

Source: WPA

Named for a lieutenant of the second cavalry who was killed on May 10, 1870 , in an engagement with the Indians on Stambaugh Creek. Established June, 1870.

Source: Annals 14(3)

Other Names: Fort Stambaugh

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