Fort Douglas (Fort Douglas, Utah)

Fort Douglas, located in Salt Lake City, Utah, was established in 1862 as a military outpost to protect settlers and maintain order in the region during the U.S. Civil War. It played a crucial role in the settlement and development of the Utah Territory. Originally named after Stephen A. Douglas, the fort served various military purposes until it was decommissioned in 1991. Today, much of the fort's land is preserved as a historic site and is part of the University of Utah, incorporating military history into the local community. It remains a symbol of Utah’s early military and settlement history.