Mora Valley (4)
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This valley as been a natural route between the upper Rio Grande and the eastern plains since prehistoric times. Pueblo, Comanche and Jicarilla Apache bands and, later, Spanish and Mexican traders used this route to trade, hunt or raid. The valley was permanently settled before 1818 and developed into one of New Mexico’s principal grain-producing regions by the 1850s.
Approved 5 Oct 1990
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More markers in Mora
Capulin Volcano National Monument (4)
An outstanding example of an extinct volcanic cinder cone, Capulin Mountain was formed as early as 10,000 years ago.
Cleveland Rolling Mill
This is the last working mill in the Mora Valley, which at one time was known as the “Granary of New Mexico.
Fort Union Arsenal
West of Fort Union near the base of the mesa are the ruins of Fort Union Arsenal.
Fort Union National Monument 1851- 1891 (2)
Once the largest post in the Southwest, Fort Union was established to control the Jicarilla Apaches and Utes, to protect the Santa Fe...
Fort Union National Monument 1851- 1891 (3)
Once the largest post in the Southwest, Fort Union was established to control the Jicarilla Apaches and Utes, to protect the Santa Fe...