Historical Marker
Philip Walker
Historical marker location:
909 Navasota, Austin, Texas
( Texas State Cemetery. Republic Hill, Sec. 1 (C1), Row S, No. 17.)
Marker installed: 1936
A soldier in the Army of Texas. Arrived at San Jacinto April 22, 1836. Born in South Carolina, March 11, 1815. Died in Johnson County, Texas, July 11, 1897. His wife Elizabeth (Cooper) Walker. Born in Tennessee, October 21, 1827. Died in Johnson County, Texas, July 22, 1868.
Texas is known for its barbecue, and one of the most famous barbecue restaurants in the state is Kreuz Market in Lockhart. The restaurant has been in operation since 1900 and is still family-owned.