Fort Davis National Historical Park

Fort Davis National Park is located to the northern edge of the town of Fort Davis,Texas. It is reached by Hi.'s 17 and 118 from the north or south and from the west on HI.'s505,166,and17.The elevation is 4,900 ft, so summer visits are comfortable.The fort became a national historical site in 1963.

Officer's Row
From left to right was_ The shared Lieutenants' quarters (furnished) Commanding Officers' quarters,(furnished) in the center of the row. toward the right was the officer's kitchen and the servant.s quarter's. The shared lieutenant's quarters were was finished in 1882. The commanding officer's quarters' was constructed by 1869 and served the post until 1891. The kitchen and servant's quarter's were built separate from the main house becuase of fire dangers.
The museum gives you a glimpse of the lives of the men who served here.
The photo shows how their horses were equipped for duty.July of 1866 Congress acted to add to the size of the Regular Army. That created new regiments-2 cavalry and 4 infantry units and they were comprised of black men. Forever to be known as Buffalo Soldiers. Buffalo Soldiers served at the Fort from 1867 to 1885. They had routine duties as well as pursuing the Comanches and Apaches.
Commissary
The commissary held the garrison food supply. Enlisted men had rations,officer and civilian workers could buy food at cost + transportation.
More Foundation and Buildings in the Fort
After the fort was abandoned ,many civilians lived there for several years and due to their work helped to preserve many of the buildings.