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Josef Lidumil Leshikar

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New Ulm, TX, USA

Latitude & Longitude: 29° 54' 18.3996", -96° 29' 19.5"
 
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    (May 16, 1806-October 21, 1887) Born along the Czech-Moravian border, Josef Lidumil Leshikar received early training as a tailor. During the revolution of 1848, he became a spokesman for political freedom in his homeland. In 1853 he led a group of immigrants to the new Czech settlements in Austin county. Always opposed to slavery, Leshikar spoke out against secession and Civil War in articles he wrote for Czech and U.S. newspapers. Lesikar married Terezie Silar (1808-1884) and had four sons. Recorded - 1985

This page last updated: 7/15/2008

Josef Lidumil Leshikar Historical Marker Location Map, New Ulm, Texas

 
   
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