William M. Walton
William Martin Walton | |
|---|---|
| 12th Attorney General of Texas | |
| In office 1866–1867 | |
| Governor | James W. Throckmorton |
| Preceded by | William Alexander |
| Succeeded by | Ezekiel B. Turner |
| Chairman of Texas Democratic Party | |
| In office 1866–1872 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 17 January 1832 Canton, Mississippi |
| Died | 1 July 1915 (aged 83) Austin, Texas |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Letitia Ann Watkins |
| Profession | Lawyer, Politician, Author |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Confederate States |
| Branch/service | Confederate States Army |
| Rank | Major |
| Unit | 21st Texas Cavalry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
William Martin Walton (January 17, 1832 – July 1, 1915) was a lawyer in Austin, Texas. During the Civil War, Walton served as a major in the Confederate Army. After the war, he was elected attorney general of the state and also headed the state Democratic Party. At the time of his death, Walton was one of the most respected lawyers in Texas.