John Bankhead Magruder
(August 15, 1810 - February 19, 1871) Virginia native John Bankhead Magruder graduated from the U. S. Military Academy at West Point in 1830. For meritorious service in the Mexican War (1846-48) Magruder was promoted to lieutenant colonel. He later resigned from the U. S. Army to join the Confederacy in 1861. As commander of the Texas District he overcame a Federal blockade and regained control of Galveston and the Texas Gulf Coast. After the Civil War he fled to Mexico and served in Maximillian's army.
29.2937° N, 94.8112° W
Where to Find It
Episcopal Cemetery, 40th St. between Ave. K and Ave. C (Marker is at fence to the left after entering cemetery.)
Nearby Markers
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- <0.1 mi W George Campbell Childress Galveston
- <0.1 mi SW Thomas Joseph Galveston
- <0.1 mi SW Lent Munson Hitchcock Galveston