The post was abandoned in August 1867 when nearby Fort Ellis was built.

Lt. Doane left Fort Ellis, where he was stationed, and made preparations for Sec.

The post was named "Fort Ellis".

He has been discharged from the 6th Cavalry at Fort Ellis in Bozeman and is heading east.

Fort Ellis was actually under the command of the 2nd Cavalry Regiment.

On July 1, 1869 Doane and his wife, Amelia arrived at Fort Ellis.

In reality, Doane spent little time at Fort Ellis with his wife Amelia.

By 1877 the frontier life at Fort Ellis and Doane's constant absence, had severely strained their relationship.

Doane was an explorer at heart and participated in or led several explorations while assigned to Fort Ellis and other posts.

The company arrived at Fort Ellis near Bozeman where other troops were gathering.