Historical Marker
Mildred "Babe" Didrikson Zaharias
Historical marker location:
Beaumont, Texas
( Forest Lawn Memorial Park, 5220 Pine St. (in Section C))
Marker installed: 1968
(June 26, 1914 - Sept. 27, 1956) At 18, set two world records in the 1932 Los angeles Olympic games-- in 80-meter hurdles and javelin throw. Excelling at all sports, became a professional athlete and won 5 major titles as a championship golfer.
Was nicknamed after famous baseball player Geo. "Babe" Ruth. Married George Zaharias, 1938.
Was voted Outstanding Woman Athlete of First Half of 20th Century by Associated Press, 1949.
Outstanding Women of Texas Series, 1968.
Incise in base: Erected by Bmt. C.C.W.G.A.