USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Fort Brown, originally called Fort Texas, was established when Zachary Taylor and the United States forces of occupation arrived on the Rio Grande on March 26, 1846, to establish the river as the southern boundary of Texas.

Detailed explanation-2: -Originally named Fort Texas and later renamed in honor of Major Jacob Brown, one of the first casualties in the Mexican American War, the fort was built by General Zachary Taylor in 1846, making it the first major U.S. military post built along the Rio Grande.

Detailed explanation-3: -Fort Brown—American Latino Heritage: A Discover Our Shared Heritage Travel Itinerary. A fort that began its existence in 1846 as a scene of conflict between the United States and Mexico has evolved to become an important fixture in a modern Mexican-American community.

Detailed explanation-4: -On 28 March 1846, the Army of Occupation under General Zachary Taylor reached the north bank of the Rio Grande. Taylor ordered Captain Joseph K. Mansfield to construct an earthen star fort for 800 men named “Fort Texas". The fort was garrisoned by 500 men under Major Jacob Brown, including the 7th Infantry, Capt.