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Residents in Brazoria County and across the area will be able to learn about a not as well-known chapter from Texas history. (Courtesy Brazoria County Historical Museum)

Brazoria County Historical Museum to host event on history of Texian Republic

By Andy Yanez

Residents in Brazoria County and across the area will be able to learn about a not as well-known chapter from Texas history, the Marine Corps of the Republic of Texas.

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