La Mesilla
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leadhiker
N 32° 16.661 W 106° 47.766
13S E 330850 N 3572630
One of two OSHM's for the capital of Confederate Arizona Territory. A different marker also named La Mesilla is 0.2 mi away.
Waymark Code: WMBRX1
Location: New Mexico, United States
Date Posted: 06/18/2011
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Inscription:
On November 16, 1854, a detachment from nearby Fort Fillmore raised the U.S. flag here confirming the Gadsden Purchase; thus the Gadsden territory was officially recognized as part of the United States. In 1858, the Butterfield stage began its run through Mesilla. During the Civil War, Mesilla was the capital of Confederate Arizona Territory.
History:: Not listed
Link to History,Plaque or Sign:: Not listed
Additional Point: Not Listed
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