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Indian Raid
in Comanche
Historical Marker
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Historical
Marker Text
One of boldest
depredations in Texas
history, made in May 1861, during the "Bright Moon." A braying
mule wakened town after nearly all horses were stolen. Citizens spent
rest of night molding bullets. Pursuit began at dawn, under command
of Capt. James Cunningham, assisted by 17 boys and men, using hounds.
Posse finally caught Indians on Brown's Creek (about 36 mi. SW), killing
19 in close fighting. White men's only casualty was a slight wound
given to Capt. Cunningham. Relentless pursuit of Indian raiders was
key to a town's survival on the frontier.
(1969) |
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