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Fleming Oak

Comanche, Comanche County

Marker Text

Camped here in 1854 with his father, young Martin V. Fleming hid behind this tree and saved himself when hostile Indians rode through the grove. Years later paving contractors started to cut the oak, but were stopped by "Uncle Mart" with his gun. (1965)

Marker Details

Address 101 W. Central Ave.
Location Description Comanche County Courthouse grounds, southwest corner facing W. Central Ave. (US 377)
Marker # 1911
Dedicated 1965
Size, Type 14" x 24"
Code Botany; pioneers; Native Americans
Latitude, Longitude 31.89754, -98.604825

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