El Camino Real -- Site of Block House, Austonio TX
N 31° 11.182 W 095° 38.297
15R E 248582 N 3453255
The state historic marker at the site of the Old Block House in Austonio TX, along the El Camino Real
Waymark Code: WMXKP6
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 01/25/2018
Views: 1
This 1936 gray granite historic marker was placed along State Highway 21 at the location of the Old Block House in downtown Austonio TX. The Old Block House was a place of refuge along El Camino Real for settlers from Indian attacks during the Republic of Texas days.
"SITE OF THE OLD BLOCK HOUSE
Established before 1836
Used by Elisha Clapp and neighboring settlers as a place of defense against the Indians
Abandoned about 1844
Erected by the State of Texas
1936"
Feature Discription: Historical marker
Web address for the route: [Web Link]
Secondary Web Address: [Web Link]
Beginning of the road: Natchitoches LA
End of the road: Guerrero MX
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Visit Instructions:
We ask that if you visit the site, please include a unique picture with your impressions of the location. If possible, and if you are not too shy, please include yourself and your group in the photo. Extra points will be given for your best buffalo imitation or if you are licking something salty.