One of over 200 historical markers on the island, this marker commemorates the establishment of the First Navy of the Republic of Texas The marker was erected in 1936 by the Texas Historical Commission.

Inscribed
“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.”
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