The public is invited to attend the 196th anniversary of the Battle of Medina at a site in Atascosa County overlooking Galvan Creek, where between 800 and 1,300 men died Aug. 18, 1813, in the highest casualty battle in Texas history. It occurred 20 miles south of San Antonio.

The Battle of Medina was between the Republican Army of the North, with about 1,400 men, and a Royal Spanish Army of about 1,800 men.

The ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. on Aug. 22. Anyone interested in Texas history is invited.

Sons of the American Revolution, Daughters of the American Revolution, Sons of the Republic of Texas, Daughters of the Republic of Texas, the Daughters of the War of 1812 Society and the Mayflower Society will rededicate markers, making this one of the most dedicated historic sites in Texas.

A combined Color Guard will present the colors to begin the ceremony and fire a musket salute to all those who participated in the battle.

Following that, participants will reconvene at the Pleasanton Church of Christ, 1003 N. Main St., for an air-conditioned history seminar from 1-3:30 p.m.

Refreshments will be provided.

A number of speakers will be featured. Others who have a research paper related to the event and wish to be added to the seminar list may phone Bob Benavides at (210) 279-4973.

For more details or directions to the site, contact Tom Green at (281) 922-1118 or (832) 687- 3474.

Participants are encouraged to wear a hat and comfortable shoes, and bring water.