​William P. Hardeman

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Marker No: 14857

Pink Granite with Incised Star & Wreath

Marker Text: ​ Indian fighter, frontiersman, explorer.  Veteran, Texas Revolution, Cordova Rebellion and Mexican War. Entered Confederate Army 1861 as Captain 4th Tex. Mounted Volunteers, served 1862 New Mexico Campaign to secure gold and access to pacific hole in brilliant cavalry charge battle, Valverde made him Colonel. Led brigade Red River Campaign 1864 to stop invasion Texas. Promoted Brigadier General 1865. First superintendent  State Confederate Home known affectionately as "Old Gotch", a rugged fighter and southern gentleman. (1963)

Geographic: 30.265266,-97.727119

Location: 909 Navasota Street, Austin