Established in 1846, Fort Brown housed troops during
Mexican-American War, defended border; changed hands during Civil
War. Noted for work of William C. Gorgas, later U.S. Army Surgeon
General, whose studies led to eventual control of yellow fever.
First developed into large military reservation and was an active
post until the end of World War II. Original hospital now
administration building of Texas Southmost College. Other remaining
buildings include cavalry barracks, medical lab, guardhouse, and
morgue. International Blvd. and May St. near Gateway International
Bridge.