Military Memorials and Battlefields in Texas
Learn about the battlefields of San Jacinto, the Alamo, and Sabine Pass, as well as monuments to overseas wars.
editorJune 9, 2025
The Civil War in Texas: Battles, Blockades, and Borderlands
Though not a primary theater, Texas played a crucial role in the Civil War—supplying troops, blockade running, and shaping the war’s westernmost frontier.
Military Forces of Texas
Understanding the role of the Texas Army and Air National Guard
editorNovember 21, 2022
Adjutant General of Texas
The Adjutant General of Texas is the state’s highest-ranking military officer, commanding the Texas Military Department and leading Guard operations for disaster relief, homeland security, and immigration enforcement.
editorMay 19, 2025
Texas’ Citizen Soldiers: Peacetime Deployments of the National Guard
The Texas National Guard has long served in emergencies at home as well as in war abroad. This article traces its evolving peacetime role—from enforcing martial law during race riots to leading disaster relief, public health missions, and modern border deployments.
editorJune 8, 2025