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James M. Benbrook

Benbrook, Tarrant County

Marker Text

In 1876 Indiana native James M. Benbrook brought his family to this settlement, then known as Marinda. A veteran of the Union Army during the Civil War, he became a prominent area farmer and landowner. In 1880, when rail lines were completed here and a depot was constructed, the community was renamed Benbrook in his honor by the Texas and Pacific Railroad Company. Twice married, Benbrook was the father of six children. Recorded - 1982.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description 812 Mercedes St., Benbrook Cemetery, Benbrook
Marker # 2728
Dedicated 1982
Size, Type grave marker
Code pioneers
Latitude, Longitude 32.676509, -97.452262

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