Historical Marker Detail for Allen, George, gravesite

Marker Text: (April 12, 1812 - June 5, 1854) Texas War for Independence soldier; served also in Somervell Expedition against aggressors in Republic of Texas. Born in New York state. Came to Texas in 1830s. Settled 1838 in Houston, to help his brothers, Augustus C. and John Kirby Allen, establish city. George Allen in 1839 became first committeeman appointed to make improvements in shipping artery, Buffalo Bayou. He married Harriet E. Fenley of Nacogdoches; they had 3 sons. Recorded - 1973

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Marker Type: Medallion & Plate

Historical Organization: Texas Historical Commission (THC)

Key Time Period: 1836 - 1845 Republic of Texas

Marker Address: 1217 West Dallas at Valentine Street Houston 77019

Key Map: 493 P

GPS Coordinates: 29 45.474, 95 22.755

Precinct: 01

Directions: Small Medallion & Plate marker at gravesite, on post; marker between Sally Chapman Allen & John Kirby Allen sites; NW section of Founders Memorial Park Cemetery

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