This adobe, built around 1839 on Rancho San Pascual, belonged to General Jose Maria Flores, provisional governor of California and leader of the Mexican Army of California during the Mexican War. It was here that Gen. Flores took refuge in January of 1847 before fleeing to Mexico and prior to the time his troops were surrendered to Stockton and Kearny. The actual address of this adobe is 1804 Foothill Street. Exterior view of the restored adobe known as Casa Flores on the southern slope of Raymond Hill in South Pasadena, surrounded by numerous plants and trees. June 1936.
Adobe houses--California--South Pasadena Dwellings--California--South Pasadena Plants--California--South Pasadena South Pasadena Cultural Heritage Landmarks Works Progress Administration Collection photographs South Pasadena (Calif.) Flores, Jose Maria,-1866?
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