FANNIN

Population 94

Altitude 143

General

Community in Eastern Golaid County. Named for James W. Fannin Jr., Texas Revolutionary hero.

Attractions

• FANNIN BATTLEGROUND STATE HISTORIC SITE - A handsome monument marks the site where Col. James W. Fannin Jr. and his men surrendered to the Mexican army after the Battle of Coleto Creek March 20,1836. Though Fannin believe surrender was on honorable terms, General Antonio Lolpez de Santa Anna overruled the local Mexican commander's clemency petition and ordered the Texans ( some 342 ) executed at Goliad about a week later. Park is open daily. Facilities include water, rest rooms, electricity, and picnic accommodations. One mile south on Park Road 27.

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