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88598, Map of Works of Defense near Gonzales, Tex., National Archives Digital Map Collection

Map of Works of Defense near Gonzales, Tex.

  • Map/Doc

    88598

  • Collection

    National Archives Digital Map Collection

  • Object Dates

    1863 (Creation Date)

  • Counties

    Gonzales

  • Subjects

    Military

  • Height x Width

    17.1 x 21.8 inches

    43.4 x 55.4 cm

  • Medium

    digital image

  • Comments

    Shows Ft. Waul in relation to the country around Gonzales. Built in 1863 as part of defensive preparations in anticipation of Union invasion of Texas, it was never finished. One of the few remaining earthwork fortifications in Texas today. See related map