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Gallagher Ranch

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TX, USA

Latitude & Longitude: 29° 28' 2.6976", -98° 47' 45.1968"
 
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    Fort and ranch house built by Peter Gallagher (1812-1878), Irish-Texan engineer, merchant, ranger, and diarist of the Texan-Santa Fe Expedition. The hacienda of native stone, with rifle slits to protect form Indian attack, was bought 1927 by H.V. McNutt as headquarters of early Texas guest ranch. The rambling Mexican-style home has known distinguished guests and the routine of a working ranch. Presented by American History Club, Austin.

This page last updated: 7/15/2008

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