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.
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