The Sons of the Republic of Texas (SRT) proudly announce the celebration of the 2024 Texian Navy Day on Saturday, Sept. 21, at the historic San Jacinto Battle Ground Monument. This annual event, established by the Texas Legislature in 2005, honors the vital contributions of the Texas Navy during the fight for Texas independence. The ceremony will begin at 10 AM at One Monument Circle in La Porte, with a full program of activities paying tribute to those who served at sea to secure Texas’ freedom.
This year’s keynote address will be delivered by Dr. Gregg Dimmick, a retired pediatrician and renowned avocational archaeologist. Dr. Dimmick, a graduate of Texas A&M University and the University of Nebraska Medical School, has coauthored significant archaeological reports on the Mexican army’s retreat after the Battle of San Jacinto. He is the author of Sea of Mud: The Retreat of the Mexican Army After San Jacinto and has contributed extensively to the field of Texas history through his research and publications.
The event will commence at 9:30 AM with a musical prelude by the Deer Park High School Orchestra, followed by a formal program that includes the presentation of colors, special proclamations, and a wreath-laying ceremony. Distinguished guests, including representatives from the Texas Navy Association, the Texas Historical Commission, and the Battleship Texas Foundation, will be in attendance to honor the legacy of the Texian Navy.
Program Highlights:
- Musical Prelude: Deer Park High School Orchestra
- Welcome Address: Robyn Davis, Chairman, Texian Navy Day Committee
- Keynote Speaker: Dr. Gregg Dimmick, Author and Archaeologist
- Special Proclamations: Recognitions by the Governor of Texas and local city mayors
- Laying of the Memorial Wreath: Led by Devin Lindsey, President General of SRT
- Sailor of the Year Awards: Bobby Miller, President of the SRT, San Jacinto Chapter; Antonio Cerda III, President of the Erastus Deaf Smith Chapter; Bart Dawson, Past President of the Sam Houston Chapter.
The Sons of the Republic of Texas invite the public to join in this significant commemoration of Texian Navy Day, reflecting on the enduring legacy of those who fought to secure Texas’ independence.
ABOUT THE SONS OF THE REPUBLIC OF TEXAS:
The Sons of the Republic of Texas, Inc. (SRT) is an organization composed of direct lineal descendants of individuals who settled in the Republic of Texas before February 19, 1846. Founded in April 1893 and incorporated as a non-profit in 1934, the SRT honors the heritage and contributions of early Texans.
SRT Executive Committee:
- President General: Devin Lindsey, KSJ
- First Vice President General: Michael D. Wilson, KSJ
- Second Vice President General: Jeff Corbin, KSJ
- Secretary General: Richard “Dick” Weitzel, KSJ
- Treasurer General: Kenneth Rainey
- Historian General: Jason Chall
- Chaplain General: Michael Young, KSJ
- Executive Committeeman: Randy Pollard, KSJ
- Executive Committeeman: Robyn Davis
For more information, please contact:
The Sons of the Republic of Texas
1717 8th Street
Bay City, TX 77414
Phone: (979) 245-6644
Email: aa-srt@son-rep-texas.net
Web address: https://www.srttexas.org
