(About 1820-Jan. 26, 1919) A native of Mississippi, Charles Holmes Saxon migrated to Texas in 1842, settling in Jasper County. Following his service in the Mexican War, he moved to this area, where he was a farmer, a shingle maker and an active Mason. When Orange County was organized in 1852, he served on the first commissioners court and later became sheriff. Saxon enlisted for service in the Civil War and participated in action in Texas, New Mexico and Louisiana. Recorded - 1982
This page last updated: 7/15/2008 |
Charles Holmes Saxon Historical Marker Location Map, Orange, Texas
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