Burleson Homestead
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Marker Text: Home of Gen. Edward Burleson (1793-1851), officer in Texas War for Independence; vice-president of Republic of Texas, 1841-1844; leader in frontier defense; state legislator.
Built in 1848 of hewn elm and oak logs, roofed with hand rived boards. Had 2 large rooms, rock chimney at north end. In ruins by 1917, it was restored in 1964 with original chimney stones and logs from buildings of the same period. (1967) Marker No: 10245
Medallion & Plate The marker was not present on the cabin when we were there 2006 and the cabin has since sadly burnt down
Geographic:
Location: in Aquarena Springs Park (SWTSU), San Marcos
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