San Juan Capistrano Jail Cell - San Juan Capistrano, CA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member bluesnote
N 33° 30.013 W 117° 39.850
11S E 438308 N 3706940
A jail cell that dates back to the 1800s on display along Los Rios Street.
Waymark Code: WMRC2N
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 06/06/2016
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member 8Nuts MotherGoose
Views: 1

The plaque says, "This jail cell was built in 1826 to serve as a holding cell for miscreants on their way to County jail. Originally located on the west side of Camino Capistrano at the intersection with Ortega Highway, it was the scene of several jailbreaks and one hanging."
Original Location: N 33° 30.111 W 117° 39.769

How it was moved: Other

Type of move: Inside City

Building Status: Private

Related Website: Not listed

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