Midday with New Dimensions: Noble Ships of the American Desert: U. S. Army Camel Corps Experiment
Midday with New Dimensions: Noble Ships of the American Desert: U. S. Army Camel Corps Experiment In-Person
In May of 1856, thirty-four camels were disembarked in Indianola, Texas. These animals, as well as the 41 camels that were shipped over later, became part of an Army experiment to determine their “usefulness in the transportation of military supplies” across the southwest desert. Thus started one of the more unusual episodes in the history of the American West. While the camels proved very effective, the coming of the Civil War ended the experiment. However, the history of these camels continued and some, such as the “Red Ghost,” rode off into legend. The last of these animals did not pass away until 1934.
Seating is first come, first served. No registration is required.
- Date:
- Thursday, December 11, 2025
- Time:
- 12:00pm - 1:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Mountain Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Central Library Community Room
- Library:
- Central Library
- Audience:
- Adults
- Categories:
- Speakers & Presentations
Peter MacMillan Booth, Ph.D., comes from a fifth-generation Western family. Peter is a museum professional who has worked in cultural institutions throughout the West including Arizona, Oregon, and Colorado. He is currently the Assistant Director at The Art Center of Western Colorado.
NEW DIMENSIONS, a volunteer nonprofit organization,offering Grand Valley adults 50 and over the opportunity to enroll in a variety of non-credit classes focused on academic and personal enrichment, is partnering with Mesa County Libraries for this event.
