Five Flags | Cinco Banderas
Dodge City was not always governed by the United States. Under the Doctrine of Discovery, European nations could seize the land, possessions, and even the people of territories not inhabited by Christians. Through this international law and subsequent treaties, Dodge City was governed under the flags of Spain, France, Mexico, the Republic of Texas, and eventually the United States.
Embark on a captivating journey through Dodge City's rich history, as told under the flags of five different countries that once claimed the area. Explore how each nation's influence helped shape the unique heritage of this iconic frontier town. Click the photo to watch the video.
This video was made possible through a grant from Humanities Kansas.
