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FORT RINGGOLD
Rio Grande City
Starr County, South Texas

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Now occupied by the Rio Grande City Independent School District, this Fort (founded in 1848 after the Mexican War was over), served as a base for protection forces during periods of bandit raids in the Border area. Named after Major Samuel Ringgold.

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The Sgt Roy Chamberlain Collection, c. 1918:
Civilian Streets, Buildings and Landscapes (10 Images)
Military Buildings (4 Images)
Trucks and Equipment (6 Images)
Photos of Sgt Chamberlain, himself. (5 Images)

A Plain Barrack Building - note arches to left which may be the post hospital or headquarters building.
Photo courtesy Jim Gesler

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The Lee House

Photos courtesy George Benoit

Rio Grande City Chamber of Commerce :
601 Main Street 956-487-3024
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FORT RINGGOLD Rio Grande City Starr County, South Texas

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FORT RINGGOLD
Rio Grande City
Starr County, South Texas

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Rio Grande City Hotels