How many forts can you say bear the name of a true Texas hero? Here at the Fort Travis Plaque, we remember just such a place. This plaque marks the spot where Fort Travis once stood, a sentinel guarding the entrance to Galveston Bay. The first Fort Travis, built in 1836, was a testament to the grit and determination of the newly formed Republic of Texas. This fort, initially called Fort Point, was later renamed in honor of William B. Travis. William B. Travis was the courageous commander who died defending the Alamo. Can you imagine the scene back then – slave labor and army recruits working tirelessly, shaping earth and timber into an octagonal fortress? They fitted it with six and twelve-pound guns, salvaged from the Texas Navy vessel “Cayuga.” These were the guardians of the young republic, standing ready to repel any threat. Although the original Fort Travis was later decommissioned, its legacy lived on in a second Fort Travis. This newer fort, built across Galveston Bay at Bolivar Point, served through two World Wars. It even sheltered its people from the wrath of hurricanes, a true symbol of resilience! This plaque stands as a testament to their service and sacrifice.
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