Historical marker for former slave who became legislator unveiled

Historical marker for former slave who became legislator unveiled
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Calvert, Tx (FOX44) - The life and service of Giles Cotton who went from slave to Texas legislator has been commemorated with a historical marker in Robertson County. The marker was unveiled at Bethlehem Cemetery near Calvert. Cotton who was formerly enslaved, served as a Texas State Representati...