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A body of Texans intent on invading Mexico camped here on December 21, 1842. After being made prisoners at Salado, Mexico, they drew beans, white for life in prison, black for death. 17 members of the expedition were shot by order of General Santa Anna, March 25, 1843. Erected by the State of Texas 1936
Mier Expedition, The is a historical marker in Roma, Starr County, dedicated in 1936. It is one of 28 historical markers documented in Starr County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 134 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 26.4354, -99.0248 near Roma. The nearest cataloged historic site is Starr County Precinct 2 (cemetery), about 1.3 miles away. Others within a short drive include First Chapel in Roma, Roma City Hall, and Guerra, Manuel, Store.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5427005380. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
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