Apache Canyon, scene of cavalry charge of the “Pikes Peaker,” March 1862.
The old Pigeon ranch. A critical engagement took place here on March 28, 1862.
A series of Civil War skirmishes along Apache Canyon, March 27-28, 1862, between Texas Mounted Volunteers and Union Troops, mostly Colorado Volunteers, climaxed with a decisive battle at Pigeon’s Ranch and the burning of Confederate supply wagons at Canoncita, brought a swift end to Southern hopes for taking over New Mexico. The battle saved the West for the Union.
Zozobra
WOW! After Zozobra burns (Old Man Gloom), the Fiesta starts!