Fort Smith National Historic Site

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by National Trails Office (US National Park Service)

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Fort Smith National Historic Site in Fort Smith, Arkansas, is a significant historical area that preserves the remnants of two frontier forts and the Federal Court for the Western District of Arkansas. Established in 1817, the site played a crucial role in the enforcement of law and order in the Indian Territory. Visitors can explore the reconstructed gallows, the original courtroom of the infamous "Hanging Judge" Isaac C. Parker, and a variety of exhibits detailing the interactions between Native Americans, soldiers, and settlers.

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