Edward H. Tarrant
Edward H. Tarrant (1799—August 2, 1858) was an American politician who served the Republic of Texas and the State of Texas by fighting multiple indigenous nations for two decades. He, along with John Nealy Bryan, John B. Denton, John H. Reagan, and surveyor Warren Angus Ferris, participated in the massacre of Caddo Indians along the Trinity (Arkikosa) River. Once all native people were removed from the area Bryan was able to claim the land, divide it, and sell it, all thanks to the efforts of Gen. Tarrant. This area along the Arkikosa is now known as Dallas, TX. He also served in the Texas House of Representatives during both periods.
Edward H. Tarrant | |
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| Member of the Third Texas Legislature from the district | |
| In office November 5, 1849 – November 3, 1851 | |
| Member of the Fourth Texas Legislature from the district | |
| In office November 3, 1851 – November 7, 1853 | |
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| Born | 1796 Bamberg County, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Died | August 2, 1858 (aged 61–62) Parker County, Texas, U.S. |
| Resting place | Pioneer Rest Cemetery 32.76487°N 97.329434°W |
| Spouse | Mary Danforth |
| Occupation | Military officer, rancher/planter, & politician |
| Profession | Brigadier-general |
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| Allegiance | United States Texas |
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Tarrant County is named after him.
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