Fernando De Leon
(1798-1853) Eldest son of empresario Martin de Leon. Came with parents from interior of Mexico to Texas, the northermost province, about 1800. Worked with his fathter in founding De Leon Colony and city of Victoria in 1820s. He was a commissioner of the colony and an Indian fighter. Loyal to cause of Texas freedom from Mexico, he was imprisoned by the Mexicans in Texas War for Independence. A cattleman and horseman, he owned the famous "Escondida" Ranch. Recorded - 1972
28.8110° N, 97.0089° W
Where to Find It
Evergreen Cemtery, N. Vine St. & W. Red River St., Victoria.
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi N Dona Patricia De La Garza De Leon Victoria
- <0.1 mi NE Silvestre De Leon Victoria
- <0.1 mi N Don Martin De Leon Victoria
- <0.1 mi N Felix De Leon Victoria
- <0.1 mi N Agapito De Leon Victoria
- <0.1 mi NE Darwin M. Stapp Victoria