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Roznov Resting Place: Czech in Texas #1 Traditional Cache

Hidden : 7/18/2005
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:

This is the first of what I envision as a series of caches to show you the rich Czech history and heritage in this part of Texas. I hope you enjoy it!


The following information comes from The Handbook of Texas Online:

Roznov, in northeastern Fayette County, was settled during the latter nineteenth century by Czech and German immigrants. It was named by John Halamicek for his European home. A post office was established in 1892 and discontinued in 1906. In 1900 the community had a store, a saloon, and a blacksmith shop, but residents voted in nearby Warrenton. In 1933 Roznov had a population of fifty. Because of improved roads and modernization of farming and ranching, the town is no longer incorporated.

The land that Halamicek set aside for a community cemetary is still maintained faithfully by his descendants. If anyone comes around while you are there, it is most likely them. Enjoy this beautiful retreat and absorb a little bit of Czech history in Texas!

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

haqre n cbfg bnx

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)