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First German settlement in Colorado County. Founded in 1837 by William Frels who immigrated to Texas in 1834 and fought for Independence, 1835-1836. Proposed site of Hermann University, first institution of highter learning sponsored by Germans. Chartered by the Republic of Texas in 1844, but never established.
Frelsburg is a historical marker in Frelsburg, Colorado County, dedicated in 1936. It is one of 110 historical markers documented in Colorado County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 129 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 29.8706, -96.5361 near Frelsburg. The nearest cataloged historic site is Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church (historical marker), about 0.6 miles away. Others within a short drive include Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery, Trinity Lutheran Church of Frelsburg, and Muckleroy, Mike.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5089002058. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
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