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Town of Panna Maria

Panna Maria, Karnes County

Marker Text

Oldest Polish settlement in Texas - Established December 24, 1854 by the Reverend Leopold Moczygemba O.F.M., who was instrumental in bringing from Poland about 100 Polish peasant families - Within a few months the majority sought homes in other localities in Texas. Erected by the State of Texas 1936

Marker Details

Address 13879 N. FM 81
Location Description Between FM 81 and Immaculate Conception Church
Marker # 5534
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Texas Centennial historical marker (gray granite)
Code cities and towns; Polish immigrants/immigration
Latitude, Longitude 28.957348, -97.898229

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