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Pilot Grove

Pilot Grove, Grayson County

Marker Text

Founded in early 1850s. On Bonham-McKinney Stage Line. Called Lick Skillet; renamed, 1858, for J. P. Dumas' Ranch. Site of Lee-Peacock feud, 1865-1871, between ex-Confederate Capt. Bob Lee with his gold and Union supporter Lewis Peacock. Although Lee was killed in 1865, his followers carried on the fight until Peacock was shot.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description FM 121 at Pilot Grove Rd.
Marker # 7417
Dedicated 1965
Size, Type 24" x 18"
Code cities and towns
Latitude, Longitude 33.437976, -96.425432

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