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Drake’s Salt Works

First noted by Bienville in 1700, this site is one of the oldest wells in Louisiana. First used by the Indians, it provided a major supply of salt for Confederate forces during the War Between the States.

Located in Goldonna, LA, Dist. 8, Hwy 156, Natchitoches Parish. 45




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