We decided to take a short drive on Monday and explore a town to the NE of us called Fort Benton. It was a major hub in this part of the country because ships could make it up the Missouri just as far as the Fort. Therefore stimulating fur trading and other forms of commerce (they had a section of town called "The Bloodiest Block" because even the 'madames' carried pistols and weren't afraid to use them!)
This picture was taken along the highway - almost to Fort Benton - we were looking over several bends in the Missouri River and fertile farmland.
This picture was taken along the highway - almost to Fort Benton - we were looking over several bends in the Missouri River and fertile farmland.
Downtown Fort Benton on an old bridge that used to swing to let the tug boats and ferries through. And, yes, we were overdressed! It was a beautiful day with hardly a breeze.
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I have a friend in Seattle from Fort Benton! I never thought I would hear about it from two different people! Amy - you look great in your jeans! I'm jealous!
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