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Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic SiteChildren learn artillery techniques in an interactive program.
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Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site
Things To Know Before You Come

things to know before you come includes:

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Palo Alto’s annual candlelight memorial honors the 8,000 U.S. and Mexican troops who clashed on the Rio Grande in 1846.
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Palo Alto’s annual candlelight memorial honors the 8,000 U.S. and Mexican troops who clashed on the Rio Grande in 1846.
 

Palo Alto Battlefield is a relatively new park with a small staff and limited visitor activities opportunities at this time. Nevertheless, the park is entering a period of rapid development and change. Park activities and opportunities will increase dramatically during the coming months and years.

If you have further questions about the park or the area, please contact us.
Battle of Palo Alto  

Did You Know?
Sarah Bowman, a cook and laundress who traveled with the U.S. Army, received praise for her fearless service as she endured the Mexican bombardment of Fort Texas.

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Last Updated: July 28, 2006 at 11:41 EST