Texas Germans in the Civil War
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vhasler
N 29° 41.959 W 098° 06.996
14R E 585459 N 3285794
German Texans primarily sided with the Confederacy, due to believe in states' rights.
Waymark Code: WMKNDR
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 05/06/2014
Views: 8
Located in small city Lindheimer park on South Comal street. Park on a side street.
Marker Number: 5258
Marker Text:
In 1861, ten heavily German counties in Texas voted against secession, though Comal County was as exception. States' rights puzzled some voters. Many had lately taken naturalization oaths. After secession, some avoided military duty from concern about their families. Others left to join U.S.units.
Majority sentiment supported the Confederacy. Three companies from Comal, with other German troops, were praised for their discipline, high morale and skill, and the pride with which they defended Texas.
(1964)
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