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In 1862, William B. Tipton built his home one-half mile west of here. By 1870, he had laid out the town of Tiptonville along the banks of the Mora River. The town served as a stopover and meeting place for Santa Fe Trail travelers as well as soldiers from Fort Union. It boasted a mission school, Masonic Lodge, stores and a post office.
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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...
