Stories from the Federal Court Era

detail of late 19th century sketch of Fort Smith courtroom showing lawyers and prisoner
Detail of Courtroom Sketch

Collection of Fort Smith NHS

The heroic deeds of Fort Smith's deputy marshals and the heinous crimes of outlaws in the Indian Territory have provided inspiration for numerous novels and movies. But, the true stories of the men and women associated with the Federal Court for the Western District of Arkansas at Fort Smith are just as fascinating as the fictional depictions.

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Last updated: April 10, 2015

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