Fort Crittenden
Fort Crittenden, originally Camp Crittenden, was a United States Army post built in 1867 three miles from Sonoita, Arizona along Sonoita Creek. It was established for campaigning against the Apache and to protect American pioneers in the area.
| Fort Crittenden | |
|---|---|
| Sonoita, Arizona | |
A plaque commemorating the establishment of Camp Crittenden. | |
| Type | Army post |
| Site information | |
| Controlled by | Arizona |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1867 |
| Built by | United States |
| In use | 1867–1873 |
| Battles/wars | Apache Wars |
| Garrison information | |
| Occupants | United States Army |
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