Jekyll Island in Glynn County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Le Sieur Christophe Anne Poulain du Bignon
(1739- 1825)
Du Bignon Burial Ground
John Eugene du Bignon, sold Jekyll to a group of millionaire capitalists, with them forming the Jekyll Island Club, Poulain du Bignon's island began a new chapter in its fabulous history.
Erected 1965 by Georgia Historical Commission. (Marker Number 63-18.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Settlements & Settlers • Wars, Non-US • Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Georgia Historical Society series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1792.
Location. 31° 6.113′ N, 81° 24.927′ W. Marker is in Jekyll Island, Georgia, in Glynn County. Marker is on Riverview Dr. near Major Horton Dr., on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Jekyll Island GA 31527, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Horton House Historic Site (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named Horton House Historic Site (a few steps from this marker); Poulain du Bignon and du Bignon Burying Ground (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Horton House Historic Site (within shouting distance of this marker); Tabby (within shouting distance of this marker); Major William Horton
(about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Horton House Historic Site (about 300 feet away); a different marker also named Horton House Historic Site (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Jekyll Island.

Photographed By Mike Stroud, March 18, 2009
5. Joseph du Bignon
This Tablet is Erected
To perpetuate the memory
of
Joseph DuBignon
Who departed this life
On the 27th April 1850,
In the thirty sixth year of his age,
Remarkable for his noble and social
Virtues, as a son, a Brother, and a Husband.
A Patriot and friend, he was Suddenly,
And in the dawn of his Usefulness,
Taken from a devoted Wife,
Endearing Children,
Parents, Sisters, and Friends
Who are left to mourn
His premature Death
Requiescat in Pace
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What tho' our bitter tears shall fall. Above thy Grave like Autumn;s rain. Yet, would we not thy Spirit call. Back to these scenes of care again; For bless'd is he, and doubly bless'd, Who nobly all Life's paths hath trod. Content to find his final rest Within the bosom of his GOD.
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"Rest in peace".
Requiescat in Pace
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What tho' our bitter tears shall fall. Above thy Grave like Autumn;s rain. Yet, would we not thy Spirit call. Back to these scenes of care again; For bless'd is he, and doubly bless'd, Who nobly all Life's paths hath trod. Content to find his final rest Within the bosom of his GOD.
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"Rest in peace".

Photographed By Vasseur Nicole, October 25, 2008
7. Birthplace of Sieur Christophe Anne Poulain du Bignon
This manor, near Morieux in Brittany France, belonged to the Poulain du Bignon family in the 1650s. The manor house, completely renovated in 2008, is currently a Manor House Apartment.
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Credits. This page was last revised on November 20, 2020. It was originally submitted on May 1, 2009, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 2,160 times since then and 38 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on May 1, 2009, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. 6. submitted on May 3, 2009, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. 7. submitted on August 30, 2009, by Vasseur Nicole of Morieux, Bretagne 22400. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.