Coryell County, Texas

Arnett Cemetery Arnold Cemetery Arrowwood Cemetery Ater Cemetery Bee House Cemetery Bethel Cemetery #1 Bethel Cemetery #2 Blackfoot Cemetery Boaz Cemetery Boone Cemetery Brown Cemetery Bruce Cemetery Bundrant Cemetery Cavitt Cemetery Coffey Cemetery Cold Springs Cemetery Copperas Cove City Cemetery Coryell Church Cemetery Coryell Valley Cemetery Crawford Cemetery Cummings Cemetery Eagle Springs Cemetery Elam Cemetery Fletcher-Lane-Powell Cemetery Flint Creek Cemetery Former location of Sugar Loaf Cemetery Fort Gates Cemetery Friendship Cemetery Gatesville City Cemetery Gotcher Cemetery Graham Cemetery Greenbriar Cemetery Hemmeline Cemetery Henderson Cemetery Hillsdale Cemetery Hope Cemetery Hubbard Cemetery Hurst Springs Cemetery Immanuel Lutheran Church Cemetery Jonesboro Cemetery Kelly Cemetery King Cemetery King-Smith Cemetery Lam Cemetery Langford Cemetery Levita Cemetery Lincolnville Cemetery Logan Cemetery Masonic Cemetery Mound Cemetery Oak Grove Cemetery Oddfellows Cemetery Osage Cemetery Owl Creek Cemetery Pancake Cemetery Parsons Cemetery Pearl Cemetery Pidcoke Cemetery Pleasant Grove Post Oak Cemetery #1 Post Oak Cemetery #2 Potter Cemetery Prairie View Cemetery Rainey Cemetery Restland Cemetery Ruth Cemetery Sadler Cemetery Saunders Cemetery Seaton Cemetery Seattle Cemetery Slater Cemetery Smith Cemetery Springhill Cemetery St John's Lutheran Church Cemetery St Paul's Lutheran Church Station Creek Cemetery Sycamore Cemetery Turnersville Cemetery Union Valley Cemetery Unknown #1 Unknown #2 Unknown #3 Unknown #4 Unknown #5 Unknown (Stage stop) Unknown at Fort Gates Walker Cemetery Warren-Miller Cemetery Weaver Cemetery Weaver Chapel Cemetery Weaver's Bend Cemetery White Cemetery Whitson Cemetery Willy P Grubb Wood Cemetery Young Cemetery

Coryell County, located in central Texas, has a rich and diverse history. The area was originally inhabited by various Native American tribes, including the Tonkawa, Lipan Apache, and Comanche. The first European explorers arrived in the 18th century, with the Spanish establishing missions in the region. However, it was not until the mid-19th century that permanent settlements began to develop.

During the Texas Revolution and the subsequent establishment of the Republic of Texas, Coryell County saw significant growth. The area attracted pioneers and settlers who were drawn by the fertile land along the rivers. In 1854, the county was officially organized and named after James Coryell, an early frontiersman who was known for exploring and surveying the area.

Throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Coryell County experienced periods of prosperity and challenges. Agriculture, particularly cotton production, played a significant role in the local economy. The arrival of the railroad in the late 19th century enhanced the county's connectivity and spurred growth in trade and commerce.

The county also contributed to the military history of Texas. During World War II, Camp Hood (now Fort Hood) was established in the southern part of Coryell County. The military installation has had a profound impact on the local economy, serving as an economic engine and a significant employer for the region.

Today, Coryell County continues to thrive as a vibrant community. It is home to a diverse population and offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes. The county's rich history can be seen in its historic buildings, museums, and landmarks, all of which provide a glimpse into the past and contribute to the county's unique cultural identity.
Brief timeline of the history of Coryell County, Texas:

  • 1854 - Coryell County is established by the Texas legislature.
  • 1859 - The county seat, Gatesville, is established.
  • 1861-1865 - The American Civil War impacts Coryell County, leading to economic hardships.
  • 1872 - The Texas Central Railroad is completed, boosting the county's economy.
  • 1882 - The first county courthouse is constructed.
  • 1905 - The original county courthouse is replaced with a new building.
  • 1929 - The Coryell County Museum opens, showcasing the area's history.
  • 1942-1946 - The county experiences growth during World War II due to the establishment of Camp Hood (now Fort Hood).
  • 1963 - The current county courthouse is built, replacing the 1905 building.
  • 1997 - The Coryell County Courthouse is added to the National Register of Historic Places.

This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of Coryell County, Texas.

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