Why "Galveston" | How Galveston got its name by Galveston Unscripted
Episode description
Do you ever wonder why this little island off of the coast of Texas is named "Galveston"?
What do the American Revolution, a Spanish Governor, and cattle drives have in common?
In the year 1777, a Spaniard named Bernardo de Galvez y Madrid became the Governor of Spanish Louisiana. He was ordered by the King of Spain to ramp up the assistance to the revolting American colonies against the British. This operation was dedicated on clearing the Mississippi River of British forces and made way for a supply line directly from New Spain to the American Colonies. His actions during the American revolution made him a hero in Spain and the newly formed united states. His name and actions live on throughout the United States, Texas, and even a small island on the Gulf coast of Texas. Bernardo De Galvez y Madrid Was named as an honorary U.S. Citizen in 2014.
For more from Galveston Unscripted or to deep dive into Galveston history: visitgalveston.com
Follow Galveston Unscripted on Spotify or Apple Podcasts! More history content on Visit Galveston!