Velasco, Texas

Velasco, Texas

Founded in 1831, Velasco is situated on the east side of the Brazos River in southeast Texas, United States. It is sixteen miles south of Angleton, Texas, and four miles from the Gulf of Mexico.

The town's early history is closely tied with the Texas revolution. Velasco was an important entry point for American settlers in Texas. In 1836 following the decisive battle of San Jacinto, Velasco was made the first capital of the Republic of Texas by President David G. Burnet. In fact, five towns in Texas held that honor until Austin was finally chosen.

With an estimated population of 4,000 in 1956, Velasco was incorporated with Freeport, Texas, on July 27, 1957. The community then became part of the Brazosport port and industrial area and the Brazosport Independent School District.

External links

* [http://www.tsha.utexas.edu/handbook/online/articles/VV/hvv7.html Velasco, Texas] Handbook of Texas, Accessed April 15, 2007.
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