Velasco, Site of Town of Old

Freeport

Year Marker Erected: 1969
Size: 20" x 20"
Repairs: Fair
Location: intersection of Krankawa St. and N. Ave. C

Marker Text:
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.