Bosque River Crossing of the 1841 Texan Santa Fe Expedition
Sent by Republic of Texas president Mirabeau B. Lamar to establish trade and expand Texas' legal boundaries, the members of the 1841 Texan Santa Fe Expedition met with a number of hardships endeavoring to carry out their mission. On July 6, 1841, the expedition crossed the Bosque River near this site with great difficulty due to the steep river banks. Finally reaching New Mexico in September after enduring Indian attacks and a lack of food and supplies, the travelers were captured by Mexican troops and marched to prison in Mexico City. (1992)
31.6083° N, 97.3068° W
Where to Find It
Eichelberger Crossing Road, 0.1 mi. SE of Baylor Camp Rd, near Lake Waco Wetlands office. Replacement marker dedicated Apr. 2018.
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