Jose Joaouin de Arrillaga - Soledad, CA
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bluesnote
N 36° 24.290 W 121° 21.319
10S E 647475 N 4030109
This is one of a few graves at the Soledad Mission.
Waymark Code: WMN14W
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 12/05/2014
Views: 2
The plaque says, "Known affectionately as "papa" by his soldiers, companions and friends, he served twice as governor of California under spanish rule. Upon his Death in 1814 he was, at his request, garbed in the Franciscan Habit and buried in the Mission Church."
Group that erected the marker: N/A
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
36641 Fort Romie Rd, Soledad, CA 93960, United States
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: Not listed
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