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Dr. George Washington Barnett

, Gonzales County

Marker Text

Born in South Carolina December 12, 1793, killed by Indians October 8, 1848. Served in the army of Texas, 1835-36 signed the Texas declaration of independence, '36 member of the senate of the second, third, fourth, fifth, sixth, and seventh congresses of the republic.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description Old City Cemetery, N College St., Gonzales
Marker # 306
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Centennial Marker (gray granite)
Code Texas Revolution, Republic of Texas; state official; medical topics and health professionals; military topics; Native Americans
Latitude, Longitude 29.510818, -97.450115

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