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Captain George Stevens

Flat Rock, Wise County

Marker Text

Born in Alabama. Came to Wise County in 1855. Well known as champion of the defenseless. Active in resisting Indian attacks on pioneers. Member and guiding officer in numerous home guard units. Served as sheriff in 1860s, 1870s. (1968)

Marker Details

Address FM 720
Location Description From Decatur, take FM 720 to Old Decatur Highway about 7.2 miles to Flat Rock (Cowen) Cemetery; marker and grave in northwest corner of cemetery.
Marker # 714
Dedicated 1968
Size, Type grave marker
Code local law enforcement officer; sheriffs; rangers
Latitude, Longitude 33.332977, -97.612526

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