Historical Marker
George Washington Shelton
Historical marker location:
Corsicana, Texas
( Oakwood Cemetery, entrance on N 15th St. Marker is just inside on right)
Marker installed: 1967
(Jan. 12, 1814-Nov. 15, 1882) A Texas War for Independence soldier. Born in Virginia. Lived in Tennessee, where he joined 15 other recruits late in 1835 to come to Texas and fight against dictator Santa Anna. Served Jan. 14 to Sept. 18, 1836. Was awarded two land bounties for military duty. Became a pioneer citizen of Navarro County.
His wife was Sara Elizabeth Johnson. They had four children: Izora, Ann Madora, George W., Jr., and Emma Tennessee.
Recorded, 1967
Presented by family of Raymond Shelton Crawford.