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San Jacinto Monument · La Porte, Texas

Why is there a monument in this marsh?

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1. The Battle of San Jacinto was fought here on April 21, 1836, and Texas won independence from Mexico. The star-topped monument was completed in 1939 and is taller than the Washington Monument. TEQLA Guide Best answer
2. Spring and fall are the pleasant seasons on the battleground. The marsh and the ship channel are part of the view. TEQLA Guide

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