| Southern Boundary of the United States, 1795-1819 | ||
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Location: Located on Highway 231 at Ellicott's
Crossing.
Marker Dedication or Erection Date: October 27, 1995
Marker Text:
On October 27, 1795, the United States concluded the Treaty of San
Lorenzo with Spain, establishing 31 north latitude as the boundary between
its southern territory and West Florida. Despite Spanish delays,
commissions representing the two countries began the eastward survey at
the Mississippi River. They passed this point in August 1799, and
continued to the Chattahoochee River. They later abandoned the boundary
survey east of the river due to persistent Indian attacks. The 381 mile
survey became known as Ellicott's line in reference to Andrew Ellicott,
surveyor for the U.S. commission.
Erected by the Houston County Commission, Dothan Landmarks Foundation, and the Historic Chattahoochee Commission, 1995. | ||