Historical Markers in Texas

Site of a Confederate Powder Mill

History·Ellis County·Texas

Erected in 1862 by William Rowen. On April 29, 1863 it was destroyed by an explosion and its owner killed. Also killed was Joshua G. Phillips.

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32.3880, -96.8468

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