Gone but Not Forgotten

This story provides an account of Phil Coe, soldier, adventurer and early settler during and following the Texas revolution. The story follows a genealogical and ancestral history of events that led to an escape from Georgia to Texas, living under an alias and becoming a hero.Divided into four parts, the story begins with a life-changing event in Phil's life, traces the history of the family surname, family origins, and offers clues to his personality gleaned from the paper trail of...
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This story provides an account of Phil Coe, soldier, adventurer and early settler during and following the Texas revolution. The story follows a genealogical and ancestral history of events that led to an escape from Georgia to Texas, living under an alias and becoming a hero.Divided into four parts, the story begins with a life-changing event in Phil's life, traces the history of the family surname, family origins, and offers clues to his personality gleaned from the paper trail of his life. Next, a closer look at elements of his personality is offered against the backdrop of battles that led to Texas independence from Mexico and establishing Anglo settlements in Indian territory. Thirdly, his legacy is examined considering a life cut short by violence and dangerous habits. Finally, the negative effects of his life on ancestors that reached past the Civil War and Reconstruction are revealed.Voices of eye-witness reports during these periods are used to speak for voices long since quieted. The author traces a distant family connection and offers more direction family connections as the history unfolds, making the story more personal.