Wabbaseka in Jefferson County, Arkansas — The American South (West South Central)

Willie Kavanaugh Hocker

1862-1944

Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, February 25, 2021

1. Willie Kavanaugh Hocker Marker

Inscription.
Miss Willie Kavanaugh Hocker of Wabbaseka, Arkansas, designer of the Arkansas flag, and one of the most interesting personalities of the state. Miss Hocker taught in the public schools of the state for a number of years, and her knowledge of the details of its history are incorporated in her design of its flag. She has the unique distinction of being the only woman, except Betsy Ross, whose design for a flag has been accepted officially.

Miss Hocker has also received outstanding recognition for her poems and short stories.

Erected by Pine Bluff Chapter, DAR, Arkansas History Commission and the Secretary of State.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Notable Events • Women. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list.

Location. 34° 21.7′ N, 91° 47.755′ W. Marker is in Wabbaseka, Arkansas, in Jefferson County. Marker is on North First Street (U.S. 63/79) south of Myrtle Street, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Wabbaseka AR 72175, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 4 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Arkansas Flag/Wabbaseka Memorial (a few steps from this marker); In 1912,

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(a few steps from this marker); USS Arkansas (a few steps from this marker); Miss Willie K. Hocker (approx. 0.2 miles away).

More about this marker. Located in the Arkansas State Flag Park.

Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, February 25, 2021

2. Willie Kavanaugh Hocker Marker

Arkansas Flag Memorial Park Wabbaseka image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, February 25, 2021

3. Arkansas Flag Memorial Park Wabbaseka

Credits. This page was last revised on February 26, 2021. It was originally submitted on February 26, 2021, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 259 times since then and 53 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 26, 2021, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.