General Edward H. Tarrant
In this vicinity May 24, 1841 General Edward H. Tarrant with 70 men attacked several indian villages situated along a creek (now called Village Creek) and recovered many horses and much stolen plunder. 12 Indians were killed and many wounded. Of the Texans Captain John B. Denton was killed. Captains Henry Stout and Griffin were wounded.
32.7235° N, 97.1869° W
Where to Find It
Spur 303, Arlington ( NW side of road, 1/10 mi west of Green Oaks)
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi N Tarrant, Gen. Edward H.
- 0.1 mi S Village Creek Arlington
- 1.8 mi W Handley Cemetery Arlington
- 1.9 mi NW Handley Church of Christ Fort Worth
- 2 mi NE Top O' Hill Terrace Arlington
- 2 mi W Site of Fort Worth-Dallas Interurban Fort Worth