sentences:  By 1895 the place was dilapidated, and in 1897 scheduled for deactivation, but in 1898 the US declared war on Spain, and 200 troops were recruited and sent east to the Spanish–American War.The Fort was inactive between 1899 and 1902, then reactivated in April 1902 with plans to rebuild the post.New buildings and quarters were constructed and completed by 1908.