David Burkett
Progressive patriot and citizen soldier in Texas war for independence. A member of Green Dewitt's Colony. Came to Texas with his family, 1830. Served as a guard for women and children fleeing Gonzales before the approach of Santa Anna, 1836. Is buried on his 4,428-acre land grant extending south from this site.
29.5085° N, 97.4288° W
Where to Find It
FM 146 , near E. City Limits at Kerr Creek, Gonzales.
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi W Kerr's Creek Gonzales
- 0.1 mi NW Oak Forest Bridge Gonzales
- 0.1 mi W Kerr's Settlement Gonzales
- 0.8 mi W African American Education in Gonzales Gonzales
- 0.8 mi W The Eggleston House Gonzales
- 0.9 mi W Route of Gen. Sam Houston to San Jacinto Gonzales