Murphy's Corral
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member heringermr
N 38° 22.365 W 121° 21.540
10S E 643347 N 4248448
California Historical Landmark #680
Waymark Code: WM4E7F
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 08/11/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member Marky
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This is the site of the beginning of the United States' conquest of California. On June 10, 1846, American settlers led by Ezekial Merritt overpowered Mexican soldiers under Lieutenant Francisco Arce and took their horses from the corral of the Murphy Ranch on the north bank of the Cosumnes River. The 'Bear Flag' action in Sonoma followed on June 14, 1846.
Marker Number: 680.00

Marker Name: MURPHY'S RANCH

County: Sacramento

Has Official CA Plaque: yes

Marker Dedication Date: 10/17/1982

Location:
Near SW corner of Grant Line Rd and Hwy 99, Elk Grove

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