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Fort Scott National Historic Site
Agents of Destiny
Dragoons getting ready to leave Fort Scott on an expedition. From a wayside exhibit at Fort Scott. Artwork by Keith Rocco.
Keith Rocco
Dragoons preparing to depart Fort Scott.

Agents of Destiny is a mini tour of the dragoon barracks and stables with activities at three different locations.

Pre Visit Instructions and Activities

Theme, Goals, and Objectives
Captain Thomas Swords  

Did You Know?
Captain Thomas Swords, the quartermaster in charge of building Fort Scott, said that the other officers were of no assistance in planning and designing the fort and that "none of them can draw a straight line even with the assistance of a ruler".

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Last Updated: May 11, 2008 at 10:32 EST