For every Prescottonian, the distinction of Prescott being the first Territorial Capitol of Arizona is a point of historical pride. But what would you say if that was a misnomer? Chino Valley, Prescott's neighboring town was the location of Arizona's first territorial government. According to the Chino Valley Historical Society, Lt. Amiel Whipple of the U.S. Army Cavalry chose the site in 1864 because it afforded “good water, firewood within 2 or 3 miles and building timber of the best quality. The neighborhood abounds in deer, antelope, turkeys, and other varieties of game.” Chino Valley was also the location of...

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