Site of Woods' Fort

Used by colonists of this vicinity as

a protection against Indian attacks

1828-1842

fortified residence of

Zadock Woods

veteran of the War of 1812

One of the old "Three Hundred"

of Austin's colonists

Oldest man killed in the

"Dawson Massacre"

September 18, 1842

Marker is on State Highway 71, on the right when traveling east.

Courtesy hmdb.org

Credits and Sources:

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