Historical Marker
Jonathan Douglas
Historical marker location:
Seguin, Texas
( in Riverside Cemetery, Garcia and Crockett Streets, Seguin. Marker located in southeast corner of cemetery.)
Marker installed: 1962
Born in Georgia January 7, 1799. He fought for Texas Independence as a private in Captain Splane's Company at San Jacinto. Died December 19, 1857. His wife Nancy Douglas born July 23, 1793. Died February 9, 1860.
The world's first rodeo was held in Pecos, Texas in 1883. The event included bronco riding, calf roping, and bull riding.