Marker Inscription
(1812-July 3, 1853) Born on the Isle of Guernsey, Great Britain; moved to London at an early age. After marriage,he emigrated to Montreal, Canada, in 1832. Came to Texas in 1834, and settled on the San Jacinto River. Joined the Texas volunteers and fought in Battle of San Jacinto, April 21, 1836. After death of wife, moved to Victoria in 1839; fought in Battle of Plum Creek in 1840; married Matilda Roberts in 1841; and was tax assessor over Victoria County until his death. Recorded - 1973
About this site
Pridham, Peter Underhay is a historical marker in Victoria, Victoria County, dedicated in 1965. It is one of 99 historical markers documented in Victoria County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 240 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 28.8011, -97.0018 near Victoria. The nearest cataloged historic site is Memorial Square (historical marker), about under a tenth of a mile away. Others within a short drive include Memorial Square Cemetery, Victoria County Monument, and Mitchell School.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5469004122. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
