Conroe in Montgomery County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
New Orleans Greys
1835-1836
Photographed by James Hulse, May 19, 2026
1. New Orleans Greys Marker
This flag proclaimed the "First Company of Texan Volunteers from New Orleans. They were one of the first to join the Texians in their fight for liberty. Thankful settlers presented the flag to Captain Breece's company when they arrived at the Gaines Ferry landing on the Sabine River near present day Milam, Texas. The blue silk flag features an American Eagle with wings spread above "God and Liberty". This flag was at the Alamo and saw the battle. After the Texians were slaughtered and left to rot without burial, Santa Anna captured and saved this flag as proof of what he called American seditionists. He sent this flag back to the Mexican capital, Mexico City, where it has remained since 1836. There has been no attempt to return the flag.
Erected 2011 by Friends of the Flag Foundation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, Texas Independence. A significant historical year for this entry is 1836.
Location. 30° 18.644′ N, 95° 28.102′ W. Marker is in Conroe, Texas, in Montgomery County. It is on Freedom Boulevard 0.1 miles north of Metcalf Street, on the left when traveling north. The marker is located at the Lone Star Monument and Historical Flag Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1776 Freedom Blvd, Conroe TX 77301, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Houston Metropolitan Area. It is also on the American 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: Alabama Red Rovers (here, next to this marker); Gonzales Flag (here, next to this marker); Flag of the Texas Navy (a few steps from this marker); Sarah Dodson's Tri-Color (a few steps from this marker); 1824 Tri-Color Flag (a few steps from this marker); The Texian (a few steps from this marker); Coahuila y Tejas Flag
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1. The Flags:. Texas Flag Park
Represented in the park are 13 significant flags flown during the Texas Revolution as Texas became a sovereign nation. With over 50 to choose from, 13 were selected to symbolize the 13 colonies of Texas at the time and the 13 day siege at the Alamo. Historian Jim Walker worked tirelessly with Stephen Hardin and Stephen Moore, noted Texas authors and historians, in choosing the flags.(Submitted on May 23, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)
2. New Orleans Greys. Wikipedia
The New Orleans Greys was a Military volunteer unit of two militia companies that totaled about 120, formed in the city of that name for service in the Texas War of Independence. Its name came from its soldiers' grey military fatigues.(Submitted on May 23, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)
Photographed by James Hulse, May 19, 2026
2. New Orleans Greys Flag and Marker
The Come and Take It Flag appears on the right side of the New Orleans Greys Flag.
Photographed by James Hulse, May 19, 2026
3. New Orleans Greys Marker
The view of several of the flags with the Texian Statue in the foreground. The New Orleans Greys Flag is the second flag from the left side.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 23, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 22, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 10 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on May 23, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
