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Bannack Ghost Town Holds History in Montana
September 12, 2014 | Leave a Comment
Bannack, Montana is known for its ghost towns which is located in Beaverhead County. The town was created in 1862 and named after the local Indians. Major gold was discovered in the area during the same time. The town served as the capitol of the MT territory a few years later.
The MT mining town held population of around ten thousand at one time, although the area was quite remote. The MT Trail connected the town to the “rest of the world.” Several hotels existed along with blacksmith shops, stables, meat markets, a grocer, and saloons.
History holds the town was soon run by Plummer’s gang which brought much grief to the area. Due to the lack of official records, the story is disputed by historians studying the past events. Some say over twenty men were accused of their crimes, given an informal trial, and hung for punishment.
Historical structures still reside in the relevant Montana ghost town to this day. The area is known as the Bannack Historic District and many people visit the area attraction. Normally, once a year Bannack Days are held to revive the history which unfolded during the older days, in the form of reenactment.
Have you visit the ghost town of Bannack, Montana? Did you sense the history which took place there many years ago? What would you recommend to others visiting the area? Please leave your comments below on the Big Sky Blog!
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