Col. Dudley's Camping Place - Lincoln, NM
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N 33° 29.518 W 105° 23.078
13S E 464269 N 3705894
An Old Lincoln County Memorial Commission Marker
Waymark Code: WMD0E3
Location: New Mexico, United States
Date Posted: 11/02/2011
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Marker Text:
Col. Dudley's Camping Place
Encamped a few yards away on July 19, 1878 were U.S. troops from Fort Stanton. Allegedly brought to protect lives and property, their presence quickened Murphy party into firing McSween's residence and pillaging the Tunstall store.
Old Lincoln County Memorial Commission 1950
Link to History,Plaque or Sign:: [Web Link]
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