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Established in 1855 by the United States Government as a protection to travelers and mail on the overland route from San Antonio to San Diego. Abandoned in 1861. Reoccupied in 1868 for a short time. Erected by the State of Texas 1936
Ruins of Fort Lancaster is a historical marker in Ozona, Crockett County, dedicated in 1936. It is one of 29 historical markers documented in Crockett County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 36 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 30.6682, -101.6964 near Ozona. The nearest cataloged historic site is Grave "W.C.S." (cemetery), about 0.3 miles away. Others within a short drive include Chihuahua Trail and Escondido Water Hole, Old Government Road, and Howard's Well.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5105004383. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
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