The Texas Navy

One of over 200 historical markers on the island, this marker commemorates the actions of the Texas Navy. The marker was erected in 1937 by the Texas Society of Daughters of the American Colonists.

Inscribed

“1836 – 1845
In commemoration of The Texas Navy that played heroic part in the struggle of the Texas Republic and made headquarters at the port of Galveston”

“Erected by the Texas Society Daughters of the American Colonists
April 21, 1937”

“Mrs. A.V. Lane State Regent
Mrs. E.C. Northen State Chairman”

“1937 by Texas Society of Daughters of the American Colonists.”