NMDCA News:

Due to a family emergency, the original speaker for the May 18 Friends of Friends of Coronado & Jemez Historic Sites lecture, Ed McCool, is unable to participate. Join the Friends instead for a presentation by Fort Stanton Historic Site’s regional manager, Oliver Horn, Ph.D., about the Buffalo Soldiers at Fort Stanton.

Most history buffs are vaguely aware of the existence of the Buffalo Soldiers, but do we know how they fit into New Mexico’s story? This talk will explore the history of the Buffalo Soldiers when they comprised the Ninth Cavalry at Fort Stanton from 1875 to 1881. Their role went beyond local law enforcement as they navigated a unique cultural landscape that was home to Indigenous, Hispanic, and Anglo peoples. Participants will learn how their varied campaigns were instrumental in securing New Mexico’s frontier.

This free event takes place from 2-3 p.m., Sunday, May 18, at the Martha Liebert Public Library, 124 Calle Malinche, Bernalillo (Behind the Town Hall at 829 Camino del Pueblo).

The Friends of Coronado & Jemez Historic Sites offers a variety of interesting programs about the region’s history that connect people to the historic sites they support.