Yes, that’s a deliberately stupid and provocative title. Sue me. But there is a point here. In remembering (and focusing … Continue reading The Éclairs that Saved Texas

Texas Navy Association Charles E. Hawkins Squadron Annual Report, 2019-2020 May 5, 2020 The Charles E. Hawkins Squadron, based in … Continue reading Hawkins Squadron 2020 Annual Report

Friends and Colleagues: Given the present uncertainties surrounding the novel coronavirus, the phased return to normal business and social activities, … Continue reading Hawkins Squadron May Meeting Postponed

In 1839 Cornelius C Cox, thirteen years old, obtained a warrant as a Midshipman in the Texian Navy. It was … Continue reading A New Snotty’s Impression of Galveston in 1839

COMMANDER’S REPORT NOW HEAR THIS!!! March 29, 2020 We all have been hit by a very difficult issue from the … Continue reading NOW HEAR THIS!

Although yellow fever can now be prevented by an effective vaccine, in the 19th century it was a recurring and … Continue reading Yellow Jack and the Texas Navy

Texas Navy Friends and Colleagues:   Due to increased concerns and awareness of the spread of COVID-19, or novel coronavirus, … Continue reading Hawkins Squadron Meeting — Postponed

Please join us Thursday evening, March 12, at 1900 for a special presentation at the Charles E Hawkins Squadron meeting … Continue reading Hawkins Squadron Meeting, Thursday, March 12: Got Oysters?

Please join us Thursday evening, January 9, at 1900 for a very special presentation at the Charles E Hawkins Squadron … Continue reading Hawkins Meeting, January 9: Dr. Victor Viser