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Established in 1846, Fort Brown housed troops during Mexican-American War, defended border; changed hands during Civil War. Noted for work of William C. Gorgas, later U.S. Army Surgeon General, whose studies led to eventual control of yellow fever. First developed into large military reservation and was an active post until the end of World War II. Original hospital now administration building of Texas Southmost College. Other remaining buildings include cavalry barracks, medical lab, guardhouse and morgue. International Blvd. and May St. near Gateway International Bridge. www.utb.edu.
City: Brownsville
Region: Gulf Coast
Popular Activities
With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular activities to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.
Silent Wings Museum
City: Lubbock
Region: Panhandle Plains
Fort Worth Zoo
City: Fort Worth
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Caldwell Zoo
City: Tyler
Region: Piney Woods
NASA / Space Center Houston
City: Houston
Region: Gulf Coast
River Walk
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
Aquarena Center
City: San Marcos
Region: Hill Country
Marfa Mystery Lights Viewing Center
City: Marfa
Region: Big Bend Country
