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General Edward H. Tarrant

Arlington, Tarrant County

Marker Text

In this vicinity May 24, 1841 General Edward H. Tarrant with 70 men attacked several indian villages situated along a creek (now called Village Creek) and recovered many horses and much stolen plunder. 12 Indians were killed and many wounded. Of the Texans Captain John B. Denton was killed. Captains Henry Stout and Griffin were wounded.

Marker Details

Address Spur 303
Location Description Spur 303, Arlington ( NW side of road, 1/10 mi west of Green Oaks)
Marker # 2127
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Centennial - Subject Marker (gray granite)
Code rangers
Latitude, Longitude 32.720314, -97.185091

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