Silverton, Briscoe County
(October 15, 1841-March 15, 1928) Born in Missouri. Served in Texas Rangers, 1860-61, and in Civil War, 1862-65. He was a corporal in last Confederate army surrendered east of the Mississippi. After the war, he lived in McLennan, Coryell, and Briscoe counties. Married twice, he had 11 children. Recorded - 1971