Site of Wood's Fort

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Used by colonists of this vicinity as a protection against Indian attacks . 1828-1842 fortified residence of Zadock Woods, veteran of the War of 1812. One of the old "Three Hundred" of Austin's colonists. Oldest man killed in the "Dawson Massacre" September 18, 1842.

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Location Description from West Point, take State 71 West about 1.5 mile in to Junction of State 71 & County Road 117 intersection (roadside park)

Marker # 5902

Dedicated 1936

Size, Type 1936 Centennial Marker (gray granite)

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Latitude, Longitude 29.944031, -97.061911

Historical Markers of Texas

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