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Battle of Los Patricios marker shines light on overlooked South Texas Civil War battle

The marker adds the site to the Rio Grande Valley Civil War Trail and highlights a battle historians say was overlooked for more than 160 years.

Summary by KZTV
A newly unveiled historical marker in Premont is bringing renewed attention to a Civil War battle that took place in South Texas more than 160 years ago one that most history books have never mentioned.Community members gathered to unveil the marker honoring the Battle of Los Patricios, the newest addition to the Rio Grande Valley Civil War Trail."The civil war did have an impact here in South Texas," regional historian Homera Vera said.For thos…

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KRIS broke the news on Friday, May 1, 2026.
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