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First Navy of the Republic of Texas

Galveston, Galveston County

Marker Text

Dedicated to the first navy of the Republic of Texas established by Governor Henry Smith November 25th, 1835. The Fleet: BRUTUS, INDEPENDENCE, LIBERTY and INVINCIBLE. Commemorating the heroism of its personnel; defenders of an empire.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description Pier 21
Marker # 7537
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type Monument
Code Texas Revolution, Republic of Texas; military topics
Latitude, Longitude 29.3099, -94.7925

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