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Jail Square

Gonzales, Gonzales County

Marker Text

First mapped in 1825 as "Market Square," but had become "Jail Square" prior to 1836 when Gonzales was burned by order of Gen. San Houston to prevent buildings and supplies falling into possession of oncoming enemy, Gen. Santa Anna.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description Corner of St. Joseph and St. Lawrence, Gonzales
Marker # 2710
Dedicated 1966
Size, Type 14" x 24"
Code jails and prisons; land surveys, land companies, promotional towns
Latitude, Longitude 29.502256, -97.45335

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