Texas During the Civil War

By Viviyana Ferguson

  • Union Blockade

    Commander William B. Renshaw led his squadron of eight ships into Galveston harbor to demand surrender.

  • Battle of Galveston

    Took place in the Galveston Harbor, the Confederates won the battle.

  • Battle of Sabine Pass

    Took place in Jefferson County, Texas and the Confederates won the battle.

  • Battle of Palmito Ranch

    The battle took place in Brownsville, Texas and the Confederates won the battle.