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Point of Rocks
Intersection of CR 52 & U.S. 56, Springer,
NM,
USA
Latitude & Longitude:
36° 18' 19.6704",
-104° 11' 15.4896"
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New Mexico State
Historical Marker
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Point of Rocks was a major landmark on the Santa Fe Trail. Located in Jicarilla Apache country, it was near here that the party of Santa Fe merchant J.W. White was attacked in 1849. Kit Carson was a member of the military party organized to rescue White's wife and daughter.
Last updated: 10/15/2009 19:36:07 |
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Point of Rocks Historical Marker Location Map, Springer, New Mexico
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