Pilot Grove
Founded in early 1850s. On Bonham-McKinney Stage Line. Called Lick Skillet; renamed, 1858, for J. P. Dumas' Ranch. Site of Lee-Peacock feud, 1865-1871, between ex-Confederate Capt. Bob Lee with his gold and Union supporter Lewis Peacock. Although Lee was killed in 1865, his followers carried on the fight until Peacock was shot.
33.4380° N, 96.4253° W
Where to Find It
FM 121 at Pilot Grove Rd.
Nearby Markers
- 0.1 mi N Pilot Grove Baptist Church Pilot Grove
- 1.3 mi SW Binion Homestead Pilot Grove
- 2.1 mi NE Bethel Baptist Church Whitewright
- 2.9 mi W James P. Dumas Van Alstyne
- 3.4 mi W Old Town of Cannon Van Alstyne
- 4.6 mi W Cannon Cemetery Van Alstyne