Palacios in Matagorda County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
The Military Moved In
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Photographed by Dave W, January 31, 2026
1. The Military Moved In Marker
Camp Palacios was established just west of town as a Texas National Guard Camp in 1925. During World War II it was transformed into an army base and renamed after its beloved General John A. Hulen. During the 40's the city's population was augmented by 12,000 soldiers. To support this surge, every household in town with an extra bedroom was required to rent it to a military family, if needed.
Can you believe it? Anti-aircraft artillery maneuvers took place right in front of the Hotel.
Erected by Palacios Preservation Association. (Marker Number 17.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Patriots & Patriotism • War, World II. A significant historical year for this entry is 1925.
Location. 28° 41.972′ N, 96° 12.929′ W. Marker is in Palacios, Texas, in Matagorda County. It is on South Bay Boulevard west of 4th Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 408 S Bay Blvd, Palacios TX 77465, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the American South and on the Gulf Coast. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Republic of Texas, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Stars Shine Bright (here, next to this marker); Courageous Sisters (here, next to this marker); Rita Hayworth (a few steps from this marker); Charles and Elsie Luther (a
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Photographed by Dave W, January 31, 2026
2. The Military Moved In Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 26, 2026. It was originally submitted on February 20, 2026, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. This page has been viewed 21 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 20, 2026, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.
