The First Battle
Between bands of Regulators and Moderators led by Ephraim Daggett and Ned Merchant, which occurred in this vicinity, led to an unorganized war, 1841-1844, by Regulators, under the leadership of Watt Norman, and Moderators, led by John M. Bradley - After heavy sacrifice of life and property, General James Smith with Texas forces restored order in August, 1844 without firing a gun. Erected by the State of Texas 1936
31.7830° N, 94.1187° W
Where to Find It
SH 87, S side 0.2 mi. SE of FM 414
Nearby Markers
- 1.9 mi NE Sardis School Center
- 2.1 mi SE Shelby County Shelbyville
- 2.6 mi SE Sydney O. Pennington Shelbyville
- 2.6 mi SE Moses Fisk Roberts Shelbyville
- 2.6 mi NE Sardis Methodist Church Center
- 2.8 mi SE First County Seat of Shelby County Shelbyville