Samuel Wolfenberger
(1804 - 1860) Early land grantee in this area. Of Dutch descent, he was born in Virginia. Came to Texas (then part of Mexico) in 1831 as a colonist of Stephen F. Austin, the "Father of Texas." Received a Spanish league of land (4,444 acres) here. Active in Texas Revolution, he took part in storming of Bexar in 1835; served with Robert Coleman's Rangers in 1836. Lived in Bastrop many years, joining effort to promote town as capital of the Republic in 1839. Was collector same year; alderman 1845-47. Married Caroline Fliesart; had 7 children. Grave located 1 mi. E. (1972)
30.0235° N, 97.4276° W
The Texas Historical Commission lists this marker as missing. The inscription above is from its records.
Where to Find It
FM 20, E side 0.1 mi. N of Humble Ln. (CR 232). Marker reported missing Sep. 2022. See also 1956 marker titled Samuel Wolfenberger (Atlas entry 5021009239)
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