Panoramic image of the South side of Shackelford County Courthouse

Photograph of the South side of the Shackelford County courthouse in Albany, Texas. This photograph is a stitched 360-degree panoramic image.
Date: May 24, 2018
Creator: Phillips, Mark Edward
System: The Portal to Texas History

Panoramic image of large longhorn head sculpture in Albany, Texas

Photograph of a longhorn head sculpture by Joe Barrington off of the town square in Albany, Texas. This photograph is a stitched 360-degree panoramic image.
Date: May 24, 2018
Creator: Barrington, Joe & Phillips, Mark Edward
System: The Portal to Texas History

Panoramic image of old US 283 bridge over the Clear Fork of the Brazos River

Photograph of the old US Highway 283 bridge that crosses over the Clear Fork of the Brazos River outside of the Fort Griffin State Historic Site. This photograph is a stitched 360-degree panoramic image.
Date: May 24, 2018
Creator: Phillips, Mark Edward
System: The Portal to Texas History

Panoramic image of Shackelford County Courthouse in Albany, Texas

Photograph of Shackelford County Courthouse in Albany, Texas. This image is a stitched 360-degree panoramic image.
Date: May 24, 2018
Creator: Phillips, Mark Edward
System: The Portal to Texas History

Old Highway Bridge along US Highway 281 in Shackelford County, Texas

Photograph of the old bridge for US Highway 281 in Shackelford County, Texas. The old bridge is open to pedestrians and is parallel to the highway. This photograph is stitched 360-degree panoramic image.
Date: May 24, 2018
Creator: Phillips, Mark Edward
System: The Portal to Texas History

Panoramic photograph of gazebo on the courthouse square in Albany, Texas

Photograph of the gazebo on the courthouse square in Albany, Texas. This photograph is a stitched 360-degree panoramic image.
Date: May 24, 2018
Creator: Phillips, Mark Edward
System: The Portal to Texas History

Czech Stop And Little Czech Bakery in West Texas

Photograph of the Czech Stop And Little Czech Bakery. Well known roadside stop for kolaches on Interstate 35 in West, TX.
Date: June 24, 2018
Creator: Hicks, William
System: The Portal to Texas History

Presidio La Bahia

Wide angle exterior of Presidio Nuestra Señora de Loreto de la Bahía in Goliad, TX.
Date: June 24, 2018
Creator: Hicks, William
System: The Portal to Texas History

Historical Marker: Last Battle of the Civil War

Photograph of a historical marker commemorating the last battle of the Civil War. The text reads: "At This Site -- The Last Battle of the Civil War, Known as Palmito Hill, was Fought by Confederate Troops Under Colonel John S. (Rip) Ford and Union Forces on May 13, 1865, 34 Days After Lee's Surrender at Appomatox -- Erected by the State of Texas -- 1936"
Date: June 24, 2018
Creator: Hicks, William
System: The Portal to Texas History

Historical Marker: Battle of Palmito Ranch

Photograph of historical marker entitled: "Battle of Palmito Ranch." Text reads: "The last land engagement of the Civil War was fought near this site on May 12-13, 1865, thirty-four days after Robert E. Lee surrendered at Appomattox. Col. Theodore H. Barrett commanded Federal troops on Brazos Island 12 miles to the east. The Confederates occupied Fort Brown 12 miles to the west, commanded by Gen. James E. Slaughter and Col. John S. (Rip) Ford, whose troops had captured Fort Brown from the Federals in 1864. Ordered to recapture the fort, Lt. Col. David Branson and 300 men advanced from Brazos Island. They won a skirmish with Confederate pickets on May 12. Barrett reinforced Branson's troops with 200 men on May 13 and renewed the march to Fort Brown. Confederate cavalry held the Federals in check until Ford arrived with reinforcements that afternoon. Ford's artillery advanced and fired on the northern end of the Federal line while the cavalry charged. The Confederate right charged the southern end of the Federal line and captured part of the Union infantry. Barrett ordered a retreat toward the U.S. position on Brazos Island. While the Confederates reported no fatalities in the Battle of Palmito Ranch, …
Date: June 24, 2018
Creator: Hicks, William
System: The Portal to Texas History

Historical Marker: Site of Camp Belknap

Photograph of Historical Marker entitled: "Site of Camp Belknap." Text reads: "In May 1846 when war was declared against Mexico, the U.S. Congress authorized the raising of 50,000 volunteer troops to supplement the regular U.S. Army. General Zachary Taylor was quickly inundated with volunteer soldiers arriving at Brazos Santiago, and was forced to place them in temporary encampments. Camp Belknap, located on this site, was established in the summer of 1846. The camp was located on a long narrow rise of land, measuring about 2 miles in length and one-half mile at its widest point. It was the first high ground encountered after leaving the Gulf Coast. Thought to be the largest encampment for volunteer soldiers, troop estimates total 7,000-8,000 men including several regiments from eight states. Soldiers suffered exposure to the elements, unsanitary living conditions, overcrowding, biting insects, thorny plants, and disease. Many died a premature death, often resulting in one two two funerals daily. No enemy attacks took place despite one false alarm. During August and September most of the volunteers were moved upriver either to camps nearer Matamoros, or further to Camargo. The camp was completely empty by December 1846." Marker is dated 1996 in the lower-right …
Date: June 24, 2018
Creator: Hicks, William
System: The Portal to Texas History

Front view of Old Highway Bridge along US Highway 281 in Shackelford County, Texas

Photograph of the old bridge for US Highway 281 in Shackelford County, Texas. The old bridge is open to pedestrians and is parallel to the highway. This photograph is stitched 360-degree panoramic image.
Date: May 24, 2018
Creator: Phillips, Mark Edward
System: The Portal to Texas History

Panoramic photograph of gazebo and courthouse in Albany, Texas

Photograph in Albany, Texas with the gazebo in the foreground and the courthouse in the background. The image is a 360-degree panoramic photograph.
Date: May 24, 2018
Creator: Phillips, Mark Edward
System: The Portal to Texas History

U.S. Flag at Fort Davis National Historic Site

Northward facing photograph from the Fort Davis National Historic Site parade grounds towards the chapel, officers quarters, and the North Ridge.
Date: September 24, 2019
Creator: Hicks, William
System: The Portal to Texas History

Marathon Baptist Church

Photograph of the Marathon Baptist Church, est. 1898, completed in 1910.
Date: September 24, 2019
Creator: Hicks, William
System: The Portal to Texas History

Alpine Train Depot

Track-side photograph of the Alpine Train Depot, commissioned by the Texas and New Orleans Railroad and built in 1946.
Date: September 24, 2019
Creator: Hicks, William
System: The Portal to Texas History

South Pacific Depot - Rear Facade

Photograph of the rear side of the old Southern Pacific Railroad depot. (Located at 3rd and Ave. J.)
Date: September 24, 2019
Creator: Hicks, William
System: The Portal to Texas History

Enlisted Men's Quarters. Fort Davis

Southwest facing photograph of the remains of one of the Enlisted Men's Barracks in Fort Davis National Historic Site. The park's visitor center, Officer's Row, and Sleeping Lion Mountain can be seen in the background.
Date: September 24, 2019
Creator: Hicks, William
System: The Portal to Texas History

Old Jailhouse. Marathon, TX

Photograph of Jailhouse (located at Southwest corner South Avenue C and 2nd) in Marathon, Texas.
Date: September 24, 2019
Creator: Hicks, William
System: The Portal to Texas History

Fort Davis Parade Grounds and Officers' Row

Panoramic Image of the Parade Grounds at Fort Davis National Historic Site. Pictured from right to left: Sleeping Lion's Mountain, Officers' row, flag pole, and the Enlisted Men's Barracks. In the far distance can be seen the North Ridge, Two-Story Officers Quarters, and the Post Chapel.
Date: September 24, 2019
Creator: Hicks, William
System: The Portal to Texas History

Marathon Historical Museum

Southward facing photograph of adobe structure with metal roof housing the Marathon Historical Museum. An affixed Texas State Historical Survey Committee marker reads: "FIRST SCHOOL HOUSE Oldest school building in Brewster County. Built in 1888. Used for all public meetings and all elections. Restored in 1928 by Ladies of Marathon Study Club. Is known as the Club House. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1965."
Date: September 24, 2019
Creator: Hicks, William
System: The Portal to Texas History

Tiny Target

Photograph of an abandoned cinderblock building located on U.S. 90 approx. half-way between Alpine and Marathon, TX. Building is affixed with Target wordmark and logo. A single red shopping cart sits outside. Smith Peak is visible in the background.
Date: September 24, 2019
Creator: Hicks, William
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Saint Mary's Catholic Church]

Photograph of the Saint Mary's Catholic Church (located at Southeast corner Avenue C and North 3rd) in Marathon, Texas.
Date: September 24, 2019
Creator: Hicks, William
System: The Portal to Texas History

Fort Davis Wagon

Wagon located next to the Commissary Storehouse in Fort Davis National Historic Site, Texas. The North Ridge of the Davis Mountains, remains of the bakery, and one of the two-story Officer's Quarters can be seen in the background.
Date: September 24, 2019
Creator: Hicks, William
System: The Portal to Texas History