VFW Post 9196 -- Rowena TX
N 31° 38.920 W 100° 02.993
14R E 400454 N 3501972
VFW Post 9196 in Rowena has given new life to a historic rock building in Rowena
Waymark Code: WMV1RV
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 02/09/2017
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Rowena's oldest rock building is located at the intersection of the US 67 and Depot Street in Rowena.
A state historic marker at the building reads as follows:
"Oldest rock building in city. Completed in 1903. 24-inch walls are made of sand and lime mix mortar. Originally used as grain and feed store.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1967"
In 2016, the building is the home of the local VFW Post No. 9196. Thanks to this post, this old building has ben renovated and is being preserved for future generations.
VFW Post Number: 9196
VFW Post Name: Rowena VFW Post 9196
Memorials, Displays, etc. at the site:
Flagpole
Post Web Site: [Web Link]
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