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Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site
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Life at the Fort
Bent’s Old Fort was one of the significant centers of fur trade on the Santa Fe Trail, influencing economics around the world in the 1830s and 1840s. Meet some of the people who helped to keep the fort running.
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| NPS Image | | The blacksmith at the fort |
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Blacksmith
Sometimes called the “heart and soul” of the fort, the blacksmith kept the wagons and trade operations rolling. They were the “mechanics” and “repairmen” of the day.
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| NPS Image | | A cook begins the process of roasting meat for guests at the fort. |
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Cook
Several cooks were employed at the fort to help feed workers, traders, and guests. They were usually found in the kitchen amid the smells of fragrant cedar smoke, spices and foods.
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| NPS Image | | A trader bartering at the fort. |
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Trader
Traders bartered in the “general store” or trade room through a simple exchange of goods or an extension of credit.
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| NPS Image | | The doctor examines a patient at the fort. |
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Doctor
A visit to the doctor was sometimes unpleasant. Medicine of the time would be considered primitive compared to present day.
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These podcasts
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For users of other video capable devices we have provided "m4v" format files. They are capatible with many different types of devices. If you wish to view these files on your computer it is recommended that you download the most current version of Quicktime, which is available as a free download from Apple.com/quicktime/downloads/
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Did You Know?
One of the most interesting items described as being at Bent’s Fort was “a regularly established billiard room”. Mentioned by many original visitors, the billiard table is as surprising to modern visitors as it was 160 years ago. The impressive table measures 6ft. by 12ft.
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Last Updated: June 19, 2008 at 16:42 EST |
