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Mar 4, 1300
Early Rocky Mountain Region
Big Game hunters in what later became Colorado. -
Mar 4, 1350
Cliff Dwelling Civilization in Mesa Verde Region
Cliff Dwelling Tribes built their homes near what is now known as Mesa Verde in Colorado. -
Mar 4, 1500
Native American tribes.
Ute Indians and then later in 1800's The Cheyeene and Arapahoe Indian tribes--where the oldest continious residents of Colorado. -
Cheyenne and Arapahoe Tribes.
The Cheyenne and Arapahoe tribes worked together to survive in the harsh mountain terrain. -
Pioneers start to travel WEST!
Brave Pioneer families take the long wagon-ride across the massive land; to build a better life in the Colorado Territory. -
Furtraders and Mountainmen.
Used sturdy Pack Mules to carry supplies up and down the rugged terrain. -
Bent's Fort and Trading Post!
Bent's Fort was one of the most important Trading Posts in the West. -
"Pikes Peak or Bust!"
Gold is discovered in the Colorado Territory. -
Sand Creek Massacre
Native Americans and New Settlers tension escalates in to blood-shed. -
Narrow Gauge Railroad
Railroad connects town to town in the expansive western mountain towns. -
The State of Colorado
The territory of Colorado gains statehood. -
GOLD and more GOLD!!
Gold Production peaks. Cripple Creek Mine becomes the second richest gold camp in the world.
