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Treue der Union Monument
Dedicated in 1866, the Treue der Union Monument is the oldest Civil War memorial in Texas and the state's only Union monument. It honors 36 German-Texan men and boys who were killed by Confederate forces in 1862 at the Battle of the Nueces and later at the Rio Grande while attempting to flee to Mexico to avoid fighting for the Confederacy. The limestone obelisk marks a mass grave where the remains of the victims were interred by survivors in 1865. The monument serves as a symbol of the loyalty and courage of German immigrants who opposed secession and slavery.
Before you go
Located on High Street between Third and Fourth streets. Accessible from the street.
Good to know
What is the Treue der Union Monument?
The Treue der Union Monument is an 1866 limestone obelisk in Comfort, Texas, that marks the mass grave of 36 German-Texan Unionists killed by Confederate forces in 1862. It is the oldest Civil War memorial in Texas and the state's only Union monument.
Where is the Treue der Union Monument located?
The Treue der Union Monument is located outdoors on the 400 block of High Street in Comfort, Texas. It is situated in a small area with benches under large live oak trees.
How long does it take to visit the Treue der Union Monument?
Most visitors need only a few minutes to read the interpretive material and view the obelisk. There is no staffed visitor center or formal tour schedule.
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