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Galveston County

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Galveston

When first explored by Europeans, the island where Galveston lies was an Akokisa Indian site. The Karankawa Indians used the island for hunting and fishing. Pirate Jean Laffite established a…

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Cities

Cities in Galveston County

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Crystal Beach

Crystal Beach, originally known as Patton, stretches about seven miles along Texas 87 on Bolivar…

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Texas City

Texas City shares its twin city heritage, business and living areas with La Marque. Texas…

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Moody Gardens Festival of Lights
Galveston