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Site of the Home of John Marlin

, Falls County

Marker Text

Built in 1835. On January 10, 1839 it was attacked by about 70 Indians who were repulsed and seven of their number slain. One of the four defenders of the home was injured.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description From Marlin, take SH 6 SW about 2.5 mi., then take local road west about .5 mi.
Marker # 6525
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Centennial Marker (gray granite)
Code houses, residential buildings; pioneers
Latitude, Longitude Exact Lat/Lon Unknown

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