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Sweeny Plantation

Old Ocean, Brazoria County

Marker Text

John Sweeny, Jr., after returning from the Texas Revolution, was given this plantation by his father, an extensive landholder. In 1837 slaves built the house, using only brick, nails and wood made on his land. Molasses, cotton, sugar were produced. Still owned by descendants. (1965)

Marker Details

Address Spur 419
Location Description Spur 419, 0.6 mi. NE of SH 35, Chevron-Phillips plant on private property.
Marker # 9600
Dedicated 1965
Size, Type 14" x 24"
Code plantations
  • Private Property:

    True
  • Latitude, Longitude 29.078679, -95.754617

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