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Born near Morganton, Tenn. He enlisted, May 22, 1861, as private in 3rd Tenn. Inf., Confederate Army. Promoted to surgeon with rank of major, 1862, he saw much action -- First Manassas, Shiloh, Corinth, Vicksburg, Atlanta, other battles. Was twice wounded. Came to Texas after Civil War. Served as first county judge of Sterling County in 1890s. County judge of Coke county, 1907 - 1910. Married Etheldra Ann Johnson. Had four sons, four daughters.
Coulson, Dr. P. D. is a historical marker in Sterling City, Sterling County, dedicated in 1970. It is one of 13 historical markers documented in Sterling County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 16 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 31.8099, -100.9409 near Sterling City. The nearest cataloged historic site is Montvale (historical marker), about 0.1 miles away. Others within a short drive include Sterling City Cemetery, Sterling County, and Sterling County Jail.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5431001274. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
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