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The Mexican-American War (1846-1848) made New Mexico part of the United States. In 1849, the first Army expedition reached El Morro, and it was at this time Inscription Rock acquired its name. Emigrants to California also used the route through El Morro, as did Mormon settlers, Puebloan, and Navajo people. However, after 1881, when the first train crossed over the Continental Divide, the El Morro route ceased to be a common thoroughfare. Learn more on the NPS webpage The Americans.
- Historic Cast of the Archuleta Inscription
- Historic Cast of the Hurtado/Truxillo Inscription
- Historic Cast of the Vargas Inscription
- Black Leather Cavalry Boots
- 1860 Colt Cartridge Case
- Officer's Spurs
- Colt Army Model 1860 Revolver, Serial Number
- Colt Army Model 1860 Revolver, Barrel Stamp
- Colt Army Model 1860 Revolver
- Surveyor's Set
- Bronze Camel Bells, Alternate View
- Bronze Camel Bells, Detail
- Bronze Camel Bells
- Late 1800s Longrifle, Barrel Stamp
- Late 1800s Longrifle, Plate Stamp