Comanche

Forts Trail Region
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ONCE COMANCHE COUNTRY

Named after the Native American warriors famed for their exceptional hunting skills and horsemanship. Comanche and Comanche County are steeped in a rich and complex history. By 1881, just twenty-five years after the county's establishment in 1856, the once-dominant Comanche people saw control of the region shift to pioneers. By 1892, the community of Comanche had grown to over 2,500 non-Native residents, featuring a newspaper, a railway, thriving businesses, and a daily stagecoach service.

Today, Comanche celebrates its vibrant heritage through numerous historic and restored buildings. One notable landmark is the original Comanche County courthouse, which was built in Cora (the first county seat) and later moved to Comanche. Old Cora as it is known by the locals is the oldest standing log courthouse in Texas. The community also boasts the Legendary Fleming Oak. In 1854, Martin V. Fleming and his father traveled to Texas seeking new opportunities and spent their first night under a large oak tree. They were attacked by Comanche Indians, but the oak provided shelter from the arrows. This same tree, rumored to be the "hanging oak," was allegedly used in 1874 to execute three relatives of notorious Texas outlaw John Wesley Hardin, after he murdered Deputy Charles Webb in Comanche, inciting a mob to retaliate by hanging his kinsmen.

Explore over 65 registered landmarks throughout the county, showcasing our diverse heritage. In contrast to its tumultuous past, Comanche now enjoys a lively and festive atmosphere with events like the Comanche County Pow-Wow, Sippin' in the Sunshine, the Comanche Open Rodeo, and the Explore Comanche Christmas, bringing the community together for a 3 day celebration.

Discover Comanche and experience the blend of historical significance and contemporary charm that makes this community truly unique.

Mapped location of Comanche

Comanche

(325) 356-3233

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