Site of The Johnston-Huston Duel
On this spot General Albert Sidney Johnston and General Felix Huston fought a duel February 5, 1837. General Johnston was seriously wounded. While commanding the Confederate army at the battle of Shiloh April 6, 1862, he was killed. Erected by the State of Texas 1936
28.9139° N, 96.6652° W
This marker stands on private property. Please view it from the road or ask the owner first.
Where to Find It
From Edna, US 59 about 3 mi. SW, FM 234 about 2.4 mi. SE. Marker is on private property.
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