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William Barnett Hardin |
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Moscow,
TX,
USA
Latitude & Longitude:
30° 54' 42.56448999984",
-94° 53' 36.23191000008"
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Texas State Historical Marker |
Republic of Texas Soldier (April 20, 1806 - July 28, 1885). Born in Tennessee. Came to Texas in 1826; established plantation near Moscow as first permanent white settler in the area. Was first lieutenant in Texas War for Independence. Wounded in Battle of San Antonio, Dec. 1835. For service, received a 640-acre Republic of Texas land grant signed by President Sam Houston. Moved to new plantation near Livingston in 1855. Farmed and helped survey first county roads.
This page last updated: 7/15/2008 |
William Barnett Hardin Historical Marker Location Map, Moscow, Texas
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