Shermantown, Nevada

Shermantown was one of the first three settlements founded in 1868 during the White Pine silver rush. Initially known as Silver Springs, the camp appeared in newspapers as “Sherman” by October and as “Shermantown” by December. Established as a milling center for the Treasure Hill mines, its site was chosen not only for its proximity to the mining operations but also for its comparatively mild, wind-sheltered climate and dependable water supply.

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