James D. Owens
Gonzales, Gonzales County, Texas
Marker Inscription
Star and Wreath Born December 7, 1811. A volunteer soldier in the Texas army during the Texas War for Independence. Served in the San Jacinto Campaign; died August 14, 1843. Erected by the State of Texas, 1962
Erected by Texas Historical Commission
The Story
Born December 7, 1811, James D. Owens volunteered in the Texas army during the war for independence and served in the San Jacinto campaign that secured the Republic of Texas. He died August 14, 1843, and this Star-and-Wreath grave marker was erected in his honor by the State of Texas in 1962. Such markers commemorate the ordinary volunteer soldiers who filled the ranks of Sam Houston's revolutionary army.
Why it matters
It honors one of the rank-and-file soldiers whose service at San Jacinto won Texas its independence.
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Related people
- · James D. Owens
Related events
- · San Jacinto Campaign
- · Texas Revolution
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