Making Their Mark: Panola County

The historical marker for Panola County will honor 11 African American men elected to the legislature in the 19th century.

Current status (Dec 10, 2025): awaiting approval from Board of Supervisors

Eventually, this page will include the marker text and photo along with information and photos related to the community event to be held in Batesville.

Orange Brunt

John Cocke

Alfred Fields

Daniel T. J. Mathews

James H. Piles

Albert B. Poston

Josiah Thomas Settle

Thomas Sykes

Guilford Vaughan

Charles A. Yancey

James M. Young