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Historical Details

Type

14x24

Year

1967

Ruiz-Herrara Cemetery

Started in 1840's still used by founding families. Graves include those of Texas patriots Francisco Antonio Ruiz, 1836 acting mayor, whos father and uncle signed declaration in Independence; and Blas Herrera, who alerted the Alamo defenders to Santa Anna's approach.

Directions

From San Antonio, take I-35 south exit Somersett road and follow under 410 to Fisher-Howard intersection. Go left on Quesenberry and proceed until about 300yards before dead end.

Historical Codes

GY;

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Map Location

Map data provided by Texas Historical Commission.
Some locations are approximate