TNS Zavala Squadron

The TNS Zavala Squadron was named after the TNS Zavala of the 2nd Texas Navy.  It was the first steam warship to ever serve in battle for either the Texas Navy or the US Navy.

The TNS Zavala Squadron has its home port at the Texas Maritime Museum in Rockport; and will soon be actively recruiting new members in our area which includes the Coastal Bend from Port Lavaca and south to Boca Chica. 

Areas of Responsibility

All currently Commissioned Admirals in the Texas Navy and all personnel interested in becoming members at the Governor appointed Admiral or Commander, Lieutenant (young adult/student) or Associate member levels are encouraged to contact us by completing and submitting the membership application (application pending availability). Applications or questions may be sent to: TNSZavala@gmail.com. 

Visit the Zavala Calendar to see upcoming local meetings and events.

Upon convening our next Squadron meeting we will be voting on an updated Bylaws and seeking volunteers to serve in the Squadron officer positions below. This meeting will coincide with a new Zavala Exhibit opening at the Texas Maritime Museum in Rockport.  Future meetings will be held on a quarterly basis rotating between Rockport, Port Aransas, Corpus Christi, and potentially Kingsville.

Squadron Commander - CMD Brad Chilcote (interim, appointment to Admiral pending certification)

Executive Officer - ADM Michelle Haas (interim)

Financial Officer - TBD (need elected volunteer)

Texas History Liaison Officer - TBD (need elected volunteer)

Sergeant-At-Arms - TBD (need elected volunteer) 

Squadron Chaplain - TBD (Appointed)

Squadron, Texas Navy Association Board Representative - ADM Tom Rodino (Appointed)

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