Historical Marker
General Thomas Harrison
Historical marker location:
Reagan, Texas
( From Reagan take SH6 about 3.5 mi N. to Roadside Park.)
Marker installed: 1965
C.S.A.
(1823 - 1891)
Youngest only trio of Texas Brothers who all gained rank of general in Confederate Army. Lived in Falls County in 1850s.
Veteran of Mexican War and of Texas frontier defense. Rose in Civil War to command of Terry's Texas Rangers. Rode with Cavalry of Gen. N. B. Forrest who got "Thar Fustest with the mostest". Fought at Shiloh, Murfreesboro, Ft. Donelson, Knoxville, Atlanta, was wounded 3 times and had 5 horses shot from under him.
Elected district judge in 1866, was removed by reconstruction regime. Served as trustee of Waco University,.