![]() 1890 - A Medal of Honor was issued to Charles A. Bessey for his actions on January 13, 1877. Bessey earned a Medal of Honor when he led his men in a defense against an Indian attack. He helped the wounded although wounded himself. 1898 - In Rock Springs, the newly rebuilt "Wyoming General Hospital" opened. 1975 - Fort D. A. Russell was designated as a National Historic Landmark District.
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