Molan Expedition Marker Dedication 1972
This is a tape recording of the dedication ceremonies of the Nicholas Nolan Expedition marker at Meadow, Texas.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Molan Expedition Marker Dedication
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: 1972
Location: Meadow, Texas
Interviewer: None Given
Length: 20 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Opening remarks by Joe Burleson,
Invocation,
Introduction of Bob Nash by Burleson,
Dedicatory speech by bob Nash,
Nicholas Nolan’s background summarized,
Nolan’s military career described,
Nolan’s expedition of summer of 1877 discussed,
Went across Staked Plains in search of Indians,
Lack of water caused severe problems,
Nolan’s subsequent military career,
Presentation of marker by Mrs. Jack Hamilton,
Conclusion of ceremony.
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1877-1972
Bulk Dates: 1877
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