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Site of Groce's Ferry

Hempstead vicinity · Waller County · placed 1936

Texas Revolution

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Waller County, Texas

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Established across the Brazos in 1822 (the river has since changed its course) by Jared E. Groce (1782-1836). Near here the Texas Army camped from March 30 to April 12, 1836.

Erected by the State of Texas 1936

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