Site of the Home of James McGloin
Born in County Sligo, Ireland - With John McMullen he secured a contract to settle 200 families August 17, 1828 - Landed his colonists at El Copano, 1830 - In 1834 laid out the town of San Patricio - His house on this site was built in 1855 - Died here, 1856
27.9700° N, 97.7921° W
This marker stands on private property. Please view it from the road or ask the owner first.
Where to Find It
private property off FM 666
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi NW James McGloin Home San Patricio
- 1.6 mi SE Old Dougherty House San Patricio
- 1.6 mi SE Saint Patrick's Catholic Church San Patricio
- 1.7 mi W On this site stood Fort Lipantitlan Banquete
- 1.7 mi SE Old Cemetery on the Hill San Patricio
- 1.7 mi SE Battle of San Patricio San Patricio