This bronze bas relief is part of a marker at the Sabine County Courthouse in Hemphill, Texas. The marker has been in place since 1936, the centennial of Texas' independence from Mexico and also the formation of Sabine County. This area of East Texas was considered a borderland between Spain and the United States between 1803 and 1820. After 1820, it served as an entry to many Anglo-American colonists and travelers and is named for the mighty Sabine River which forms the border between Texas and Louisiana. This plaque commemorates many of the historic citizens of the county who were instrumental in the formation of the Republic of Texas. One such local hero was Captain William Scurlock who had had medical training before moving to Texas. He served under Colonel James W. Fannin, and because of his medical knowledge his life was spared at the Massacre of Goliad when Fannin and his troops were summarily executed by General Santa Ana after having surrendered.
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I am learning quite a bit about Texas from you.
Fascinating history Kathy. Santa Ana was a ruthless fellow it seems.
Wasn't he lucky to be spared?! I guess sometimes it pays to have medical knowledge.
how interesting. the plaque is really beautiful too.
Fascinatin'. It looks like a very European piece of art. Well, except for the Texas Star stuck right in the middle of it. :-)
I'm trying to catch up - again! Been away from my computers for about 5 days. My husband has been in the hospital, but he's home and doing well. You've posted some really great photos in that time; it's hard to pick a favorite, but your door pics are always the best!! And I like "Edge of the Woods," too - well, I like all of them!!
I love all the history that goes with this!
A bit of gruesome history there...but it can't all be pretty. These gentlemen are quite imposing looking.
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