Black plaque № 13754

Baird, TX, United States

Camp Pecan, C.S.A.. This Civil War camp of the Texas frontier regiment was located 21 miles southeast. Established in 1862 as one of a line of posts a day's horseback ride apart. The number of men guarding the frontier were few. Trouble came from all directions with Indian threats and raids from the

west and plundering renegades and deserters from the east. Food, supplies, clothing and horses were constantly scarce. But in spite of all obstacles, these Confederates managed to effectively hold th

Listen to the audio guide for Black plaque № 13754 Free on WIP — starts by itself when you arrive, even with the screen off