![Camp Ford in Tyler](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20071120030519im_/http://www.traveltex.com/images/database_images/big/2006/pg5953.jpg)
Photographer: Stan A. Williams
Once the largest prisoner of war compound used for Union troops
west of the Mississippi during the Civil War, now the site includes
a public park managed by the Smith County Historical Society.
Features kiosk with extensive graphics detailing the history of the
camp, a walking trail and interpretive signage, a reconstruction of
a POW cabin, and picnic facilities. At U.S. 271 and Loop 323. No
admission fee.