Fort Teran, Site of

Historical marker location:

Chester, Texas

( This marker is only accessible w/4 wheel drive but has been reported as in good shape and is located on TDOT map. 11 mi NE of Chester FM 1745)

Marker installed: 1936

Site of Fort Teran, first white settlement in Tyler County. Established by the Mexican government in 1830 to prevent further Anglo-American colonization in Texas. Commanded in 1831 by Peter Ellis Bean. Named in honor of General Manuel Mier Y Teran, commander of the Mexican force in Texas. Abandoned by Mexican troops in 1835.

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