Texas Historical Marker

William ("Bill") Goyens

Nacogdoches · Nacogdoches County · placed 1936

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Nacogdoches County, Texas

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Born a slave in South Carolina, 1794; escaped to Texas in 1821. Rendered valuable assistance to the Army of Texas, 1836. Interpreter for the Houston-Forbes Treaty with the Cherokees, 1836.

Acquired wealth and was noted for his charity. Died at his home on Goyens' Hill 1856. His skin was black His heart, true blue.

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