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Established by 2nd Lt. [[Thomas C. English]], [[5th U.S. Infantry]], in 1851. | Established by 2nd Lt. [[Thomas C. English]], [[5th U.S. Infantry]], in 1851. He was posted from [[Fort Washita]] to the Depot to be "In charge of Depot at Preston Texas to post under No 28 dated 2 Jun 1857." | ||
Abandoned in 1853. | Abandoned in 1853. | ||
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Preston Supply Depot (1851-1853) - A U.S. Army supply depot established in 1851 by 2nd Lt. Thomas C. English, 5th U.S. Infantry, in Preston, Grayson County, Texas (now under Lake Texoma). Abandoned in 1853.
Preston Supply Depot History
Established by 2nd Lt. Thomas C. English, 5th U.S. Infantry, in 1851. He was posted from Fort Washita to the Depot to be "In charge of Depot at Preston Texas to post under No 28 dated 2 Jun 1857."
Abandoned in 1853.
Current Status
Covered by Lake Texoma near Preston, Grayson County, Texas
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Location: Preston, Grayson County, Texas. Map point is approximate, the site was covered over when Lake Texoma was created. Maps & Images Lat: 33.9026 Long: -96.6393 |
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