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It's no exaggeration to say that without [the Texas Navy] there probably would have been no Lone Star Republic and possibly the State of Texas would still be part of Mexico" — Theodore Roosevelt, Jr., 1936

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  • About the Squadron
  • Blog
  • Race the Atlantic 2016-17
  • Membership
  • Charles Edward Hawkins (c. 1802-37)
  • Suggested Reading
  • Useful Links
  • Sponsors and Support
  • Acknowledgments
A New Admiral

A New Admiral

Congratulations to Lieutenant Commander Eric VanVelzen, US Coast Guard (Ret.) (right), on receiving his commission as an Admiral in the … Continue reading A New Admiral

Hawkins Squadron Online Meeting, Thursday, July 9: Got Oysters?

Please join us Thursday evening, July 9, at 1900 for a special presentation at the Charles E Hawkins Squadron meeting … Continue reading Hawkins Squadron Online Meeting, Thursday, July 9: Got Oysters?

The Éclairs that Saved Texas

The Éclairs that Saved Texas

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

Hawkins Squadron 2020 Annual Report

Hawkins Squadron 2020 Annual Report

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

Hawkins Squadron May Meeting Postponed

Hawkins Squadron May Meeting Postponed

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

A New Snotty’s Impression of Galveston in 1839

A New Snotty’s Impression of Galveston in 1839

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

NOW HEAR THIS!

NOW HEAR THIS!

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!

Yellow Jack and the Texas Navy

Yellow Jack and the Texas Navy

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

Hawkins Squadron Meeting — Postponed

Hawkins Squadron Meeting — Postponed

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

Hawkins Squadron Meeting, Thursday, March 12: Got Oysters?

Hawkins Squadron Meeting, Thursday, March 12: Got Oysters?

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?

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