William B. Standifer
Elgin, Bastrop County, Texas
Marker Inscription
A member of Capt. Jesse Billingsley's company at San Jacinto. Born in Illinois February 10, 1819; died July 8, 1876.
Erected by Texas Historical Commission
The Story
Illinois-born William B. Standifer fought at San Jacinto in 1836 as a member of Capt. Jesse Billingsley's company, one of the units in Sam Houston's decisive army. His marker records a life (1819–1876) spent in the young Texas he had helped bring into being.
Why it matters
It preserves the memory of a rank-and-file soldier of the Texas Revolution, grounding a nation-shaping victory in a single volunteer's story.
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Related people
- · William B. Standifer
- · Jesse Billingsley
Related events
- · Battle of San Jacinto
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