Mooers also operated a post on the Minnesota side of the lake in 1823 (see also).Īn American Fur Co. Army Major Stephen Long's expedition camped here in July 1823. It seemingly was not harmed during the 1862 Dakota Sioux Uprising.Īn American Fur Co. A stone marker is at the site.Ī fur trade post located less than one mile north of Mooers' former post (below). Originally called Joseph Brown's Post (2). (see also NORTH DAKOTA and MINNESOTA pages)įederal encampments during the campaign to crush the 1862-63 Dakota Sioux Uprising.Ĭamp Jennison (or Jamison), near Hartford Beach (two miles west of Big Stone Lake).Ĭamp McClaren, opposite Browns Valley, MN.Ĭamp Cook (1), near Veblen or Claire City, about 12 miles from Skunk Lake. FORT WIKI - SOUTH DAKOTA Last Update: 15/AUGUST/2019Ĭompiled by Phil and Pete Payette - ©2019 American Forts NetworkĬamps of General H.H.
