Download or read book Fort Bowie National Historic Site written by Mark Lee Gardner and published by Western National Parks Association. This book was released on 1994 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Located near strategic springs in Apache Pass, this fort was established in 1862 to guard the overland trail through southeastern Arizona. These troops fought against elusive Apache raiders led by Cochise and Geronimo in the late 1800s. Photos by George H. H. Huey, plus historical photos and illustrations.