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The Gatling House

San Augustine, San Augustine County

Marker Text

Built in 1890 for George E. Gatling, a first cousin of inventor of the Gatling gun. Classic Greek revival style. Native longleaf pine lumber. Fireplaces of handmade brick. Continuously occupied by five generations of the builder's family. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1967

Marker Details

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Location Description 1 mi. south of San Augustine off FM 2213 (Liberty St.) in Gatling Manor
Marker # 7608
Dedicated 1967
Size, Type Medallion & Plate
Code houses, residential buildings; Greek Revival (Architectural style); pioneers
Latitude, Longitude 31.519795, -94.111715

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