Mirabeau Lamar - Fort Worth Stockyards - Fort Worth, TX
N 32° 47.362 W 097° 20.883
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Texas revolutionary Mirabeau Lamar is honored with a star on the Texas Trail of Fame in the Fort Worth Stockyards, Fort Worth, TX.
Waymark Code: WMPBZQ
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 08/06/2015
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Mr. Lamar's star is located in the roadway in Rodeo Plaza, close to E Exchange Ave. The star says:
Texas Trail of Fame
Mirabeau Lamar
President Republic of Texas
Fort Worth Stockyards
The Texas Trail of Fame website (see link) has a depiction of President Lamar, as well as this short biography:
Second president of the Republic of Texas, Mirabeau Lamar served at key battles for Texas Independence. When the Mexican and Texas forces faced each other at San Jacinto on April 20, 1836, Thomas J. Rusk and Walter Payne Lane were surrounded by the enemy. Lamar’s quick action the next day saved their lives and brought him a salute from the Mexican Lines. He became secretary of war in David G. Burnet’s cabinet.
About the Texas Trail of Fame: (
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The Texas Trail of Fame was established in 1997 to honor those who have made a significant contribution to our Western way of life. Throughout the walkways of the Fort Worth National Historic District, bronze inlaid markers have been placed in honor of their achievements. The desire of the Texas Trail of Fame is to inspire and educate visitors through the adventure of reflecting on these Westerner’s accomplishments. Trail Guides are available at the Stockyards Visitor's information Center. So come on out to the Fort Worth Stockyards, grab a guide, and hit the trail!