Near Ripon in San Joaquin County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Estanislao's Stronghold
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, June 8, 2020
1. Estanislao's Stronghold Marker
Near here in May 1820 Estanislao, the Indian chief of whom the river and county were named, defeated Sgt. Sanchez in a battle. Later the same month Gen. Vallejo returned with infantry cavalry and artillery burned the woods and routed the Indians. Estanislao escaped to Mission San Jose and Father Duran's protection, and was later pardoned by Gov. Echeandia.Erected 2013 by E Clampus Vitus, Tuleburgh Chapter No. 69.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Native Americans • Wars, US Indian. In addition, it is included in the E Clampus Vitus series list.
Location. 37° 41.633′ N, 121° 11.018′ W. Marker is near Ripon, California, in San Joaquin County. Marker can be reached from South Austin Road near Austin Road, on the left when traveling south. This marker is located at the picnic area in Caswell Memorial State Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Ripon CA 95366, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 5 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Durham Ferry (approx. 4.3 miles away); Ripon Memorial Library
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Also see . . . Estanislao: Rebellious Indian Warrior -- HistoryNet. Although a major Indian resistance leader, little personal information is known about him. He was most likely born among the Yokuts in Califonria’s San Joaquin Valley in about 1800. Sometime thereafter, he was brought to Mission San Jose in the present San Francisco Bay area. Father Narcisco Duran, who was known for harsh discipline and flogging neophytes who disobeyed him, named Estanislao after a Polish saint and took a personal interest in him. The new convert to Catholicism adapted readily to mission life and demonstrated leadership qualities. (Submitted on June 10, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.)
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, June 8, 2020
2. Estanislao's Stronghold Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 10, 2020. It was originally submitted on June 10, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 443 times since then and 186 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 10, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.
