Site of Bird's Fort
Established in 1840 by Jonathan Bird on the Military Road from Red River to Austin. In its vicinity an important Indian treaty, marking the line between the Indians and the white settlements, was signed September 29, 1843, by Edward H. Tarrant and George W. Terrell, representing the Republic of Texas. The ragged remnant of the ill-fated Snively Expedition sought refuge here, August 6, 1843. Erected by the State of Texas 1936
32.7986° N, 97.0830° W
The Texas Historical Commission lists this marker as in storage, so it may not be standing at this location.
Where to Find It
Off Bird's Fort Trail. Marker reported in storage Dec. 2021 pending new construction. Map dot approximate.
Nearby Markers
- 0.9 mi N Calloway Cemetery Euless
- 0.9 mi N Calloway Cemetery Euless
- 1.2 mi SW Sloan-Journey Expedition of 1838 Arlington
- 1.2 mi SW Jesse Chisholm Arlington
- 1.2 mi SW Site of Bird's Fort Arlington
- 2.1 mi N Euless School Euless