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
One of many historical markers located in the Los Rios Street Historic District.
Waymark Code: WMRC2G
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 06/06/2016
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
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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."
Group that erected the marker: Orange County Board of Supervisors

Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
San Juan Capistrano, CA


URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: Not listed

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