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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1SNW_tree-in-the-rock_Buford-WY.html
This tree was growing out of a crevice in the rock when the Union Pacific Railroad built its original main line fifty feet south of this rock in 1868.
The fence and cable were provided by the Union Pacific Railroad Co. at the request of the Hist…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1OMC_old-sherman-cemetery_Buford-WY.html
1867 to about 1880
most bodies have
been removed
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1OMB_pyramid-on-the-plains_Buford-WY.html
At first glance, the Ames Monument may seem out of place on this high, wind-swept setting. If you step back and view the Monument from a distance, you will notice its design and shape mimic the surrounding features of the mountain landscape. The U…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1OMA_the-transcontinental-railroad_Buford-WY.html
Construction of the Transcontinental Railroad across the United States was one of the most significant historic events of the 1800s. Built almost exclusively with manual labor and hand tools, the cross-county railroad took only four years to const…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1OM9_ames-monument_Buford-WY.html
Commissioned by the Union Pacific Railroad, the Ames Monument is a memorial to the Ames brothers, Oakes and Oliver, for their contributions to the building of the Transcontinental Railroad. Their strong support, drive and influence were instrument…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1ADD_lonetree-on-the-laramie-range_PhinDeli-WY.html
? ? ? ? ?This area of southeast Wyoming is rich in history, geology and recreational activities. Within a short distance from this point, sites abound of early day events that have shaped the western heritage of this area, including the Arapaho an…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1ADC_sherman-mountains_PhinDeli-WY.html
The Sherman Mountains are erosional remnants rising above the general level of the surface of the Laramie Range. The flat topped characteristic of the range resulted from beveling during an ancient erosion cycle. Bedrock here is granite, a crystal…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1682_this-marker-on-the-overland-trail_PhinDeli-WY.html
This marker on theOverland Trail.Platte River crossingnine miles west1861 to 1868
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1681_tree-rock_PhinDeli-WY.html
This small pine tree that seems to be growing out of solid rock has fascinated travelers since the first train rolled past on the Union Pacific Railroad. It is said that the builders of the original railroad diverted the tracks slightly to pass by…