CORONADO LECTURE SERIES | Dr. Oliver Horn | The History of Buffalo Soldiers at Fort Stanton In-Person
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. You will learn how their varied campaigns were instrumental in securing New Mexico’s frontier.
Oliver Horn is a native of Albuquerque who earned his M.A. and Ph.D. in U.S. International History from Georgetown University. He taught Latin American History and International Affairs at Western Caroline University before returning to New Mexico in 2020. Founding Sunmount Consulting in Santa Fe, he made significant contributions to New Mexico’s approach to historic preservation and coauthored the “New Mexico Preservation Plan 2022 – 2031.” Horn has been the manager of Lincoln Historic Site and Fort Stanton Historic Site since 2023.
- Date:
- Sunday, May 18, 2025
- Time:
- 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Time Zone:
- Mountain Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Events Room
- Audience:
- Adults
- Categories:
- CORONADO LECTURE SERIES