Marker Inscription
(May 16, 1806-October 21, 1887) Born along the Czech-Moravian border, Josef Lidumil Leshikar received early training as a tailor. During the revolution of 1848, he became a spokesman for political freedom in his homeland. In 1853 he led a group of immigrants to the new Czech settlements in Austin county. Always opposed to slavery, Leshikar spoke out against secession and Civil War in articles he wrote for Czech and U.S. newspapers. Lesikar married Terezie Silar (1808-1884) and had four sons. Recorded - 1985
About this site
Lesikar, Josef Lidumil is a historical marker in New Ulm, Austin County, dedicated in 1985. It is one of 83 historical markers documented in Austin County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 273 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 29.9063, -96.4882 near New Ulm. The nearest cataloged historic site is New Ulm Cemetery (historical marker), about under a tenth of a mile away. Others within a short drive include Frnka Family Cemetery, Franka Cemetery, and New Ulm.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5015006357. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
