Travis Law Office, San Felipe, Texas
historical marker
In San Felipe, Austin County, Texas, a historical marker commemorates the Travis Law Office. William Barret Travis, remembered as a revolutionary patriot and martyr of the Alamo, practiced law here. Before his death for Texas' independence, Travis was a young attorney in San Felipe. His law office was located on lot 50. Travis represented local residents in various disputes. He successfully defended Celia, a free woman of color, in a freedom case. When conflict with Mexico began, Travis joined the frontlines. He was assigned to San Antonio's defense and left San Felipe in late January 1836. Travis never returned to San Felipe, perishing when the Alamo fell on March 6, 1836. He also served as secretary of the ayuntamiento, or town council, using its seal for official documents. This site marks an important period in William Barret Travis's life before his ultimate sacrifice.