Site of Town of Old Velasco

Historical marker location:

Freeport, Texas

( Velasco Elementary School, intersection of Krankawa St. and N. Avenue C)

Marker installed: 1969

One of oldest Texas towns. Port of entry for over 25,000 settlers, 1821-1835. Scene of first armed conflict leading to Texas Revolution, 1832. In mid-1800s, resort place for wealthy plantation families. Declined after the Civil War and 1875 hurricane. This school is named for Velasco. (1969).

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