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Ruins of Fort Lancaster

Ozona, Crockett County

Marker Text

Established in 1855 by the United States Government as a protection to travelers and mail on the overland route from San Antonio to San Diego. Abandoned in 1861. Reoccupied in 1868 for a short time. Erected by the State of Texas 1936

Marker Details

Address 629 Lancaster Rd.
Location Description Fort Lancaster State Historic Site
Marker # 4383
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Texas Centennial - historical marker (gray granite)
Code forts; military topics
Latitude, Longitude 30.666058, -101.696072

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