Sonoma in Sonoma County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Vasquez House
Photographed By Syd Whittle, January 10, 2009
1. Vasquez House Marker
Erected 1976 by Sonoma League for Historic Preservation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Hispanic Americans • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical date for this entry is May 1, 1863.
Location. 38° 17.594′ N, 122° 27.35′ W. Marker is in Sonoma, California, in Sonoma County. Marker and Site are located in the El Paseo Complex across from Mission San Francisco Solano. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 414 First Street East, Sonoma CA 95476, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Blue Wing Inn (within shouting distance of this marker); Mission San Francisco Solano (within shouting distance of this marker); The End of the Mission Trail (within shouting distance of this marker); Mission San Francisco Solano Sacred Ground (within shouting distance of this marker); Sonoma Barracks (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Raising of the Bear Flag (about 300 feet away); The Poppe-Parmelee Building
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Also see . . . The General Joseph Hooker House. The General Joseph Hooker House was built in the early 1850's for General "Fighting Joe" Hooker of Civil War fame. Hooker sold the house originally located on First Street West, and the many acres of adjoining land to Catherine Vasquez and her husband, Pedro. (Submitted on January 12, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.)
Additional commentary.
1. The General Joseph Hooker House
An equestrian statue of Civil War General Joseph Hooker, a native of Hadly, Massachusetts, and original occupant of this house, now stands in the Boston Commons. Accompanying General Persifer Smith during the military occupation of Sonoma, he became owner of the 380 acre Hooker Ranch just north of Sonoma. Known as “Fighting Joe” Hooker during the Civil War, he was defeated by Lee in the Battle of Chancellorsville and later dismissed by President Lincoln for prematurally freeing the slaves during his military occupation of Missouri.
The redwood house was donated to the Sonoma League for
Photographed By Syd Whittle, January 10, 2009
2. A Second Marker at this Site
Source: Sonoma Walking Tour Brochure
— Submitted January 12, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.
Photographed By Diane Phillips
3. Vasquez House Marker
Updated photo of the house. Sign has been changed to say general Joseph Hooker House. Markers are both still there, both on same side.
Photographed By Syd Whittle, January 10, 2009
4. Vasquez - Joseph Hooker House
This marker is located to the left of the entrance door. The Sonoma City Historical Landmark No.3 marker is located to the right.
Photographed By Diane Phillips
5. Vasquez House Marker
Updated photo of the house. Sign has been changed to say general Joseph Hooker House.
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6. General Joseph Hooker
Photographed By D. Vizzard, March 11, 2009
7. General Hooker Statue
Credits. This page was last revised on December 10, 2020. It was originally submitted on January 12, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,347 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 12, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 3. submitted on December 9, 2020, by Diane Phillips of Pittsburg, California. 4. submitted on January 12, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 5. submitted on December 9, 2020, by Diane Phillips of Pittsburg, California. 6. submitted on January 31, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 7. submitted on March 27, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.
