Presidio La Bahia
by Lynn Sprowl
Title
Presidio La Bahia
Artist
Lynn Sprowl
Medium
Photograph - Photography
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Presidio La Bahia by Lynn Sprowl.
The Presidio La Bahia was founded at its current location in 1749. Throughout the Spanish colonial period is served to protect the nearby missions and Texas coastline. In the early19th century the presidio was the target of several filibustering armies but was secured in favor of the Spanish army. In 1836, the presidio housed the Texian forces under the command of Col. James Walker Fannin and bore witness to their last days. Our Lady of Loreto chapel continues to serve the local community.
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May 28th, 2018
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