The Museum and Battleground are closed today due to power loss and need for storm cleanup.  

Part of an old map of the San Jacinto area from the Texas Revolution

Veteran Bio

Texian Location:  Participant

Battle Statistics

  • Died in Battle: No
  • Rank: Private
  • Company: Capt. Hayden S. Arnold

Personal Statistics

  • Alternate Names: Madon, Maddin
  • Date of Birth: 1801? 1804?
  • Birthplace: South Carolina, Laurens County
  • Origin: Louisiana, Claiborne Parish
  • Came to Texas: 1834
  • Date of Death: 1842 Sep 15
  • Profession: Farmer, sheriff
  • Wife: Lucinda Elizabeth Edens
  • Children: Balis Madden; Robert Madden; Seldon Madden