Somerville in Burleson County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
1906 Reunion of Hood's Texas Brigade
Photographed By Jim Evans, June 8, 2014
1. 1906 Reunion of Hood's Texas Brigade Marker
Inscription.
1906 Reunion of Hood's Texas Brigade. . In 1906 Somerville hosted the annual reunion of the Hood's Texas Brigade Association, a group established in 1872 for veterans of the celebrated Confederate unit. For two days, June 27-28, 74 veterans were honored with a celebration which included speeches, a baseball game, and a grand ball. The local events were planned under the direction of the Association's President R. A. Brantley, Sr., and his daughter Mrs. Norton B. Wellborn, both of Somerville. Part of a tradition which ended in 1934, the reunion reflected the area's respect for the former Civil War soldiers.
In 1906 Somerville hosted the annual reunion of the Hood's Texas Brigade Association, a group established in 1872 for veterans of the celebrated Confederate unit. For two days, June 27-28, 74 veterans were honored with a celebration which included speeches, a baseball game, and a grand ball. The local events were planned under the direction of the Association's President R. A. Brantley, Sr., and his daughter Mrs. Norton B. Wellborn, both of Somerville. Part of a tradition which ended in 1934, the reunion reflected the area's respect for the former Civil War soldiers.
Erected 1981 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 8638.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. A significant historical month for this entry is June 1690.
Location. 30° 20.782′ N, 96° 31.707′ W. Marker is in Somerville, Texas, in Burleson County. Marker is at the intersection of East 8th Street and Avenue A, on the right when traveling east on East 8th Street. Apparently this marker has been moved from its original location. It is described as being on Highway 36 on the north edge of Somerville. It is now downtown and near their museum. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Somerville TX 77879, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on June 10, 2014, by Jim Evans of Houston, Texas. This page has been viewed 680 times since then and 29 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on June 10, 2014, by Jim Evans of Houston, Texas. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
