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Fort Teran, Site of

Chester, Tyler County

Marker Text

Site of Fort Teran, first white settlement in Tyler County. Established by the Mexican government in 1830 to prevent further Anglo-American colonization in Texas. Commanded in 1831 by Peter Ellis Bean. Named in honor of General Manuel Mier Y Teran, commander of the Mexican force in Texas. Abandoned by Mexican troops in 1835.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description This marker is only accessible w/4 wheel drive but has been reported as in good shape and is located on TDOT map. 11 mi NE of Chester FM 1745
Marker # 11368
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 centennial marker
Code forts
Latitude, Longitude Exact Lat/Lon Unknown

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