September 17th in 1842, a significant battle took place near San Antonio on Salado Creek. Texans, led by Mathew Caldwell, emerged victorious in their fight against a Mexican force commanded by Adrián Woll. This victory marked a significant moment in the Texas struggle for independence.
However, not all events on September 17th were triumphant. In 1842, a tragic event occurred that would be remembered as the Dawson Massacre. Captain Nicholas Dawson and his fifty-eight men were ambushed by an army of 500 Mexican irregular cavalrymen, along with their two cannons. The Texans were outnumbered and ultimately slaughtered in this ruthless attack.
Moving forward to 1848, several notable Texans, including Sam Houston, gathered at Monument Hill. This military cemetery became the final resting place for those killed in the Dawson Massacre and other conflicts. Monument Hill serves as a somber reminder of the sacrifices made in the name of Texas.
Jumping ahead in history to 1879, Andrew “Rube” Foster was born in Calvert, TX. Foster went on to establish the Negro baseball leagues, significantly impacting the world of baseball. His contributions to the sport led to his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1981.
In 1910, the town of Crosbyton was chosen as the Crosby County seat, solidifying its administrative importance in the region.