MILITARY · HISTORICAL MARKER

Ft. Smith -- Ft. Towson Military Road

Talihina, Oklahoma
Historical Marker Database · Jason Armstrong
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This road extended through the Choctaw Nation for over 130 miles of rugged terrain and raging streams. Blazed by Colonel Robert Bean and constructed by Captain John Stuart, it carried supplies and moved troops and emigrants through the region. At this point, the route crossed Winding Star Mountain.
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Talihina, Oklahoma · United States

NEARBY MARKERS

Talimena State Park
Nature
Winding Stair Mountain National Recreation Area
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Lake Wister State Park
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Kerr Arboretum and Botanical Area
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Chahta Nishkinokchi Micha Aiilli Hinushi / The Choctaw Trail of Tears and Death
History
The Choctaw Nation Capitol Building
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