Colonel John L. Camp
(1828-1891)
In Civil War, organized and was elected captain of Co. E, 14th Texas Cavalry (dismounted), unit in famed Gen. M. D. Ector's brigade. In thick of fight, in Tennessee and Georgia, was wounded twice, captured twice, was in prison camp at the war's end.
Elected to Congress in 1866, was denied his seat because of Confederate service. Served as district judge and state senator. Campaigned for adoption of Constitution of 1876, to end Reconstruction in Texas.
Erected 1964 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 9788.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Settlements & Settlers • War, US Civil. A significant historical year for this entry is 1849.
Location. 33° 2.322′ N, 94° 57.574′ W. Marker is near Pittsburg, Texas, in Camp County. Marker is on U.S. 271, half a mile north of County Road 4114, on the left when traveling north. Located at a southbound pull-off. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Pittsburg TX 75686, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Camp County (here, next to this marker); Stafford-Paris House (approx. 2.8 miles away); Abernathy House (approx.
Also see . . . Texas State Historical Association article on John L. Camp. (Submitted on September 10, 2019, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.)
Credits. This page was last revised on December 21, 2019. It was originally submitted on September 10, 2019, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 433 times since then and 42 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 10, 2019, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.