Fort Polk - Port Isabel
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member PeterNoG
N 26° 04.694 W 097° 12.429
14R E 679323 N 2885581
This Unique Manhole Cover is on the south corner of East Maxan Street and North Garcia Street in Port Isabel, Texas.
Waymark Code: WMKM3N
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 04/30/2014
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member lumbricus
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One of many Unique Manhole Covers is the historic downtown area of Port Isabel, Texas.

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Fort Polk

Supply Garrison for U.S. Mexican War 1846-1850


Port Isabel’s history is forever linked to the fate of two countries, the United States and Mexico. The importance of Port Isabel’s role is reflected in the great military minds that were sent to this area during the U.S. Mexican War.
Listed on the Walk of Generals (visit link) , this one is:
19. Fort Polk (1846-1850). Established by General Zachary Taylor 3/24/1846 and named for Pres. James K. Polk. Site of the 1st south Texas military hospital. Medallion location: Southwest corner of Garcia St. and Maxan St.
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