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(March 30, 1810 - July 1, 1881) First Czech teacher in Texas. Born in Moravia (now Czechoslovakia). Certified to teach at age 16. Came to Texas 1855, seeking freedom from oppression. Following much hardship, he resumed teaching, 1859, with up to 50 pupils yearly. Retired, 1872.
Josef Masik is a historical marker in Caldwell, Burleson County, dedicated in 1968. It is one of 69 historical markers documented in Burleson County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 133 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 30.5511, -96.6675 near Caldwell. The nearest cataloged historic site is Jezek Cemetery (cemetery), about 0.4 miles away. Others within a short drive include Elizabeth Lutheran Cemetery, New Tabor Brethern Cemetery, and New Tabor Brethren Church.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5051008644. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
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