Old Bay Lake Ranch
Texas City, Galveston County, Texas
Marker Inscription
Established by Guy M. Bryan (1821-1901), nephew of Stephen F. Austin, "Father of Texas." Bryan was one of couriers for Wm. B. Travis's Alamo letter. Served in State Legislature (where he was a Speaker of the House) and U. S. Congress. Aide to Confederate President Davis and a colonel in army in Civil War.
Erected by Texas Historical Commission
The Story
This ranch was established by Guy M. Bryan (1821–1901), nephew of Stephen F. Austin and one of the couriers who carried William B. Travis's famous appeal for help from the Alamo. Bryan went on to a long public career, serving in the Texas Legislature as Speaker of the House and in the U.S. Congress. During the Civil War he was a colonel and an aide to Confederate President Jefferson Davis.
Why it matters
It ties a single Texas family's land to the founding drama of the republic and the divisions of the Civil War.
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Related people
- · Guy M. Bryan
- · Stephen F. Austin
- · William B. Travis
- · Jefferson Davis
Related events
- · Battle of the Alamo
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