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Freedman's Memorial unveiled at Falls County Courthouse to honor freed people who travelled to Falls County
By Erin Delahunty at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 14, 2026
· 2 min read
A new memorial at the Falls County Courthouse honors the 435 freedmen, women, and children who traveled from South Carolina to Falls County in 1867 to begin a new life.Albert Manigo, who lived in Marlin for 27 years before moving to Waco , attended the Freedman's Memorial unveiling event over the ...
Key takeaway WATCH HERE: Freedman's memorial unveiled at Falls County Courthouse to honor 435 freed people travelled to Falls County"I'm glad I'm living to see this day and accept the flag for my granddad," Manigo said.
Why this matters in The Waco
The unveiling of the Freedman's Memorial at the Falls County Courthouse is a significant event for the local community, particularly for residents of nearby Waco who have family ties to the area. Albert Manigo, a former Marlin resident who now lives in Waco, has a personal connection to the memorial, which honors his grandfather's legacy. The memorial's dedication is also a testament to the tireless efforts of local researchers like Sharon Styles and Angela Ross, who have worked to uncover the history of the 435 freedmen, women, and children who settled in Falls County. As organizers continue to search for living descendants, Waco residents may have opportunities to learn more about their own family histories and connections to this important chapter in local history. The memorial serves as a reminder of the region's complex and often overlooked past, and its presence may spark further exploration and discussion of Waco's role in the post-Civil War era.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A new memorial at the Falls County Courthouse honors the 435 freedmen, women, and children who traveled from South Carolina to Falls County in 1867 to begin a new life.Albert Manigo, who lived in Marlin for 27 years before moving to Waco, attended the Freedman's Memorial unveiling event over the ...
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