During the American Civil War, the U.S. government formed regiments known a the United States Colored Troops.  In 1866 Congress reorganized the Army and authorized the formation of two regiments of black cavalry soldiers as…

Fort Leavenworth was established in 1827, making it the third-oldest active military installation in the nation. Over 170 years of service have been contributed to the nation from the fort. Some of its sights include…

The Frontier Army Museum collects and preserves artifacts that tell the story of the Frontier Army from 1804 to 1916, and Fort Leavenworth from 1827 to the present through the use of its collection of…