Palacios in Matagorda County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

And What about Mrs. Callaway's Great, Great Grandfather?

— Hotel Fence Wrap Exhibit Walk —

Photographed by Dave W, January 31, 2026

1. And What about Mrs. Callaway's Great, Great Grandfather? Marker

Inscription.
So, here is a photo of the Battleship Texas commemorating 20th century Texas soldiers, in front of the San Jacinto Monument commemorating the Battle of San Jacinto (1836), where the Texas Revolution was won. Robert Rankin, Mrs. Callaway's great, great grandfather, was a friend of Sam Houston's and played a crucial role in maintaining good relations with the Native Americans, which facilitated the winning of the war.

Erected by Palacios Preservation Association. (Marker Number 22.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: War, Texas Independence • War, World II • Waterways & Vessels.

Location. 28° 41.983′ 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 Wrath of Carla (here, next to this marker); May Callaway - LBJ Confidante (here, next to this marker); Fire! Fire! (here, next to this marker); Rita Hayworth (a few steps from this marker); So, Is It Haunted?

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(a few steps from this marker); The Stars Shine Bright (a few steps from this marker); The Military Moved In (a few steps from this marker); The Most Important Shipwreck in the Western World (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Palacios.

Photographed by Dave W, January 31, 2026

2. And What about Mrs. Callaway's Great, Great Grandfather? 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 28 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.