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The Mier Expedition

Roma, Starr County

Marker Text

A body of Texans intent on invading Mexico camped here on December 21, 1842. After being made prisoners at Salado, Mexico, they drew beans, white for life in prison, black for death. 17 members of the expedition were shot by order of General Santa Anna, March 25, 1843.

Marker Details

Address US 83 about 1 mile west of Roma
Location Description From Roma, take US 83 about 1 mile west.
Marker # 5380
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Centennial - Subject Marker (gray granite)
Code military issues; Texas Revolution, Republic of Texas
Latitude, Longitude 26.433907, -99.024833

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