International Boundary Marker, Republic of Texas
Carthage, TX | 144 Miles
Image: Wikipedia
The phrase âItâs like a whole other countryâ has often been used to describe Texas. Well, between 1836 and 1846, Texas actually was another country, known as the Republic of Texas. In 1841, survey crews placed a series of posts along the international border. Engraved âR.T.â (for Republic of Texas) on its west side, and âU.S.â on the east, this granite post in Carthage, TX is the sole remaining of the original markers.
This âblink and youâll miss itâ location sits at the Texas/Louisiana state line. Riding west from Louisiana on LA State Route 765, look for the âPanola County Lineâ sign as you cross into Texas on Farm to Market Road 31 (FM-31). Immediately after that sign, the site will be on your right, just off the road, adjacent to a small gravel parking area. A metal fence surrounds the original granite marker.
Note: The International Boundary Marker is part of the suggested route for the 2024 Texas Independence H.O.G. Touring Rally.
Originally published in 2024.
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