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San Jacinto State Park, more commonly known as the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site, is based around the location of the Battle of San Jacinto and the USS Texas. Located off the Houston Ship Channel in Harris County, the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site tells the story of the significant battle and the role it played in the history of Texas and the United States. Due to its historical, national, and international significance, the battleground has National Historic Landmark status and is a state park. The 1,200-acre site was established to commemorate the battle and to preserve the battleground on which Texan troops achieved the independence of Texas by defeating the Mexican Army in 1836 under the leadership of General Sam Houston.

San Jacinto State Park - San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site, 3523 Independence Pkwy, La Porte, TX 77571, Phone: 281-479-2431

San Jacinto State Park - San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site
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