James Briton "Brit" Bailey
(1779-1833) Pioneer Texan noted for his courage, integrity, and eccentric behavior. Came to Texas in 1818 with wife and six children. He settled on what came to be "Bailey's Prairie". Joined Stephen F. Austin's colony, 1824. Bailey became a captain in the local militia. Fought in battles preceding 1836 Texas Revolution. At his request he was buried standing up, facing west, gun at side so no one could look down on him, even in death. Recorded - 1970
29.1463° N, 95.5226° W
Where to Find It
SH 35 (roadside park), Bailey's Prairie
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi E Munson Cemetery Bailey's Prairie
- <0.1 mi E "Brit" Bailey Plantation Bailey's Prairie
- 5.3 mi E First Missionary Baptist Church of Angleton Angleton
- 5.4 mi W Nash-Wright House East Columbia
- 5.4 mi W Bethel Presbyterian Church East Columbia
- 5.4 mi W James & Selina Phillips House West Columbia