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Fort Atkinson is a historic site located in Winneshiek County, Iowa. Established in 1840, it was the first United States Army post in what is now the state of Iowa. The fort was built to protect the Ho-Chunk (Winnebago) Indians who had been relocated to the area from Wisconsin. It served as a trading post and a military garrison until it was abandoned in 1849. Today, Fort Atkinson is a popular tourist destination, offering visitors a glimpse into the early days of Iowa's history through its reconstructed buildings and interpretive exhibits.