Historical Marker
Dickerson Parker
Historical marker location:
Elkhart, Texas
( Pilgrim Cemetery, about 3.5 mi. south of Elkhart on FM 861)
Marker installed: 1936
A San Jacinto Veteran
Born in Tennessee, May 29, 1812; died August 1, 1844.
His wife Lucinda Eaton Parker, born Jan. 14, 1820, died Jan. 27, 1847.
The Battle of San Jacinto fought on April 21, 1836, was the decisive battle of the Texas Revolution, and led to the capture of Santa Anna and the end of the conflict.