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Fort Leavenworth

Fort Leavenworth is a historic place in Leavenworth, Leavenworth County, Kansas, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000346.

Leavenworth, Leavenworth County, KansasListed October 15, 1966NRIS #66000346★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Fort Leavenworth?

Fort Leavenworth is a United States Army installation located in Leavenworth County, Kansas, in the city of Leavenworth. Built in 1827, it is the second oldest active United States Army post west of Washington, D.C., and the oldest permanent settlement in Kansas. Fort Leavenworth has been historically known as the "Intellectual Center of the Army."

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Listing details

Name
Fort Leavenworth
City
Leavenworth
County
Leavenworth County
State
Kansas
Listed on the National Register
October 15, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000346
Resource type
district
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
39.35472, -94.91846
When was Fort Leavenworth listed on the National Register?

Fort Leavenworth was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.

Where is Fort Leavenworth located?

Fort Leavenworth is located in Leavenworth, Leavenworth County, Kansas at approximately 39.35472, -94.91846. See the map above.

Is Fort Leavenworth a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Fort Leavenworth is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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