Josef Masik
From Caldwell, take SH 21 E about 2 1/2 miles to CR 208, go South (right) about 9/10 mile to bridge over RR tracks, turn West (right) on trail just past bridge - follow trail to marker in northwest corner of pasture on S side of RR. Chain link fence now surrounds graves., Caldwell, TX, USA
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1810
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION at Josef Masik.
The Texas Historical Commission Atlas records this marker as in situ at the listed location. It remains part of the state marker inventory; the placement description and coordinates in this row follow the current official Atlas record and should be field-verified before publication.
About Josef Masik
Josef Masik was born in Moravia in 1810 and was certified to teach there at age sixteen. He emigrated to Texas in 1855 seeking freedom from oppression and resumed teaching in 1859, instructing up to fifty pupils a year. He became known as the first Czech teacher in Texas, serving the state's Czech immigrant community until retiring in 1872.
HISTORY HAPPENED HERE at Josef Masik
(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. Source: https://atlas.thc.texas.gov/Details/5051008644
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