SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 839
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
join the citizens of Titus County in celebrating the 175th
anniversary of the founding of Fort Sherman; and
WHEREAS, Fort Sherman was established in 1838 and was built
by Captain William Stout and the members of the Red River Mounted
Rangers, an early militia unit of the Republic of Texas; and
WHEREAS, It was named in honor of Colonel Sidney Sherman,
who commanded the left wing of the Republic of Texas Army at the
Battle of San Jacinto and who has been credited with the battle
cry "Remember the Alamo"; and
WHEREAS, Over the course of its history, the fort served as
a valuable site for a variety of purposes; in addition to its role
as a military installation, it served as a refuge for local
families against Indian attacks and a place of rest and
replenishment for early Texas Ranger units; it was also a voting
place in the 1840s; and
WHEREAS, Today, Fort Sherman's location lies within Bob
Sandlin State Park; the Titus County Historical Preservation
Society, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, and the Titus
County Historical Commission are working together to raise
awareness of this important historic site and have organized a
celebration in honor of the 175th anniversary of the fort's
founding; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
83rd Legislature, hereby commend the people of Titus County on
their exemplary efforts to preserve and commemorate their rich
and colorful past and extend to them best wishes for a memorable
175th anniversary celebration of the founding of historic Fort
Sherman; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of this special occasion.
Eltife
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 6, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate