title: Forts of the Northern Plains: Guide to Historic Military Posts of the Plains Indian Wars
author:  Jeff Barnes 
description: Barnes has produced a valuable combination of history and travel guide for all students of the Northern Plains Indian wars. A very timely, very impressive work. --Robert M. Utley Author of Frontier Regulars: The United States Army and the Indian, 1866-1891<br /><br />A much-needed up-to-date guide to the critical forts of the Indian campaigns of the late nineteenth century. This book should be on the shelves of everyone with an interest in the West during this traumatic period of American history. --Jerome A. Greene Author of Indian War Veterans: Memories of Army Life and Campaigns in the West, 1864-1898<br /><br />Well written and researched, it offers a handy, carefully organized summary of many important military sites in the West. --Barton H. Barbour, Great Plains Quarterly<br /><br />Hats off to Jeff Barnes for providing present and future enthusiasts with a useful guide to old fort sites in our region and state. --Thomas R. Buecker, Nebraska History
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  Jaisalmer Fort 
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  Jaisalmer Fort, Jaisalmer 
  Jaisalmer Fort is a magnificent fort made up of yellow stone. The fort has seen many 
  battles in the past. It was also a trade route between east and west. Other name of this 
  fort is Sonar Qila or Golden fort and it was named so because when sun’s rays fall on it, 
  the fort shines like gold. 
  This tutorial will let you know about the history of the fort along with the structures present 
  inside. You will also get the information about the best time to visit it along with how to 
  reach the fort. 
   
  Audience 
  This tutorial is designed for the people who would like to know about the history of 
  Jaisalmer Fort along with the interiors and design of the fort. This fort is visited by many 
  people from India and abroad. 
   
  Prerequisites 
  This is a brief tutorial designed only for informational purpose. There are no prerequisites 
  as such. All that you should have is a keen interest to explore new places and experience 
  their charm. 
   
  