Historic Plaque, Robert M. Coleman
Description:
Photograph of a historic plaque in Coleman, Texas. It reads: "County Named in 1857 for Robert M. Coleman (1799-1837). Born in Kentucky. Came to Texas in 1832. Commanded Company of volunteers at siege of Bexar (San Antonio), Dec. 5-10, 1835. Delegate to Constitutional Convention where he signed Texas Declaration of Independence, 1836. Aide-de-Camp to Gen. Sam Houston at Battle of San Jacinto, 1836. Later fought Indians as a Texas Ranger. (1966)"
Date:
August 1, 2005
Creator:
Belden, Dreanna L.
Item Type:
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Location:
31.833274155990228 -99.42272419244853
Partner:
UNT Libraries