Verdugo Woodlands in Glendale in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Oak of Peace
Photographed By Craig Baker, October 22, 2023
1. Oak of Peace Marker
The Oak of Peace played an important role in the history of California. It was at this site on January 11, 1847, that the surrender of the Californios to the United States Army was arranged. Jésus Pico, emissary of U.S. Lt. Colonel John C. Frémont, arrived to propose the surrender of the Californio forces led by General Andrés Pico. Two days later, the Treaty of Cahuenga was signed at Campo de Cahuenga.
Don José Verdugo chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution planted this tree in 2023 in memory of the original oak that died in 1987.
Image courtesy of Days of Verdugo Heritage Association.
second marker:
Oak of Peace
Site of pre-surrender conference between the Mexican settlers and a representative of the invading American forces on January 11, 1847. Jésus Pico, acting as an emissary from Lt. Col. Frémont, met under the oak with General Andrés Pico and Governor Flores of the Californios to urge the signing of the treaty.
Glendale Historical Landmark
Erected 2023 by Daughters of the American Revolution. (Marker Number 2.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Hispanic Americans
this page online
Location. 34° 10.784′ N, 118° 13.923′ W. Marker is in Glendale, California, in Los Angeles County. It is in Verdugo Woodlands. Marker can be reached from Bonita Drive south of Opechee Way, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2211 Bonita Dr, Glendale CA 91208, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. San Rafael Rancho (within shouting distance of this marker); Burkhard House (approx. 0.8 miles away); McCall’s House (approx. 0.8 miles away); 1441 Royal Boulevard (approx. 0.8 miles away); Lewis House (approx. 0.9 miles away); Homeland (approx. one mile away); The Derby House (approx. 1.7 miles away); The Calori House (approx. 1.7 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Glendale.
Regarding Oak of Peace.
The Oak of Peace is Glendale Register of Historic Resources No. 2. The Catalina Verdugo Adobe is Glendale Register of
Photographed By Craig Baker, October 22, 2023
2. Oak of Peace Marker
City of Glendale plaque located at the front gate.
and on the National Register of Historic Places.
Also see . . . Catalina Verdugo Adobe - Oak of Peace. The QR code on the marker links to this page - “To read more about the fascinating story of the Oak of Peace and the Catalina Verdugo Adobe…” (Submitted on October 23, 2023.)
Photographed By Craig Baker, October 22, 2023
3. Oak of Peace and Marker
The new oak tree is at the center of this photo. In the background, a wooden sign marks the original tree’s location.
Photographed By Craig Baker, October 22, 2023
4. Dedication Ceremony
In front of the Catalina Verdugo Adobe.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 26, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 22, 2023, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 131 times since then and 57 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on October 22, 2023, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.
