On this day in 1846, the Battle of Palo Alto marked the first major clash of the Mexican-American War, occurring near Brownsville. It set the stage for years of territorial change affecting Texas and the U.S.
May 8, 2025 at 2:00 PM
On this day in 1846, the Battle of Palo Alto marked the first major clash of the Mexican-American War, occurring near Brownsville. It set the stage for years of territorial change affecting Texas and the U.S.
On May 3, 1839, Mirabeau B. Lamar, second President of the Republic of Texas, signed legislation to set aside land for public education—laying the foundation for Texas's public school system.
May 3, 2025 at 12:56 PM
On May 3, 1839, Mirabeau B. Lamar, second President of the Republic of Texas, signed legislation to set aside land for public education—laying the foundation for Texas's public school system.
On May 1, 1856, the city of Dallas was officially incorporated, marking the beginning of its rise as a commercial and cultural hub in North Texas.
May 1, 2025 at 12:56 PM
On May 1, 1856, the city of Dallas was officially incorporated, marking the beginning of its rise as a commercial and cultural hub in North Texas.
Before social media came newspapers…
Before social media came newspapers…
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April 18, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Before social media came newspapers…
Happy Texas Independence Day!
A day to remember how the collision of cultures, economies, and ambitions shaped the Texas we know today.
Borders change, nations rise and fall, and history is rarely as simple as we'd like it to be.
A day to remember how the collision of cultures, economies, and ambitions shaped the Texas we know today.
Borders change, nations rise and fall, and history is rarely as simple as we'd like it to be.
Texas Independence Day: Beyond the Date on the Calendar
Every March 2nd, Texans celebrate their Independence Day with barbecues, beer, and a whole lot of state pride. But behind the festivities lies a complex story of rebellion, cultural collision, and the birth of a republic that lasted just shy of ten years. The Road to Revolution The path to Texas independence wasn't a straight line. After Mexico won its independence from Spain in 1821, it welcomed American settlers to populate its northern territory.
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March 2, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Happy Texas Independence Day!
A day to remember how the collision of cultures, economies, and ambitions shaped the Texas we know today.
Borders change, nations rise and fall, and history is rarely as simple as we'd like it to be.
A day to remember how the collision of cultures, economies, and ambitions shaped the Texas we know today.
Borders change, nations rise and fall, and history is rarely as simple as we'd like it to be.
Every March 2nd, Texans celebrate their Independence Day with barbecues, beer, and a whole lot of state pride. But behind the festivities lies a complex story of rebellion, cultural collision, and the birth of a republic that lasted just shy of ten years. The Road to... https://texian.blog/?p=1904
March 2, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Every March 2nd, Texans celebrate their Independence Day with barbecues, beer, and a whole lot of state pride. But behind the festivities lies a complex story of rebellion, cultural collision, and the birth of a republic that lasted just shy of ten years. The Road to... https://texian.blog/?p=1904
The story of Sally Newman Scull reads like a frontier novel, filled with gunfights, dangerous trades, murder, and mysterious disappearances.
Myths & Legends: Who Was The Real Sally Newman Scull?
The story of Sally Newman Scull reads like a frontier novel, filled with gunfights, dangerous trades, and mysterious disappearances. Born around 1817, she became one of Texas's most fascinating pioneers, known for her expert marksmanship, shrewd business sense, and fierce independence. Her life spanned the tumultuous years of early Texas settlement through the Civil War, leaving behind a legacy that mixed documented history with colorful folklore.
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February 22, 2025 at 8:56 PM
The story of Sally Newman Scull reads like a frontier novel, filled with gunfights, dangerous trades, murder, and mysterious disappearances.
The story of Sally Newman Scull reads like a frontier novel, filled with gunfights, dangerous trades, and mysterious disappearances. Born around 1817, she became one of Texas's most fascinating pioneers, known for her expert marksmanship, shrewd business sense, and... https://texian.blog/?p=1721
April 12, 2025 at 4:35 PM
The story of Sally Newman Scull reads like a frontier novel, filled with gunfights, dangerous trades, and mysterious disappearances. Born around 1817, she became one of Texas's most fascinating pioneers, known for her expert marksmanship, shrewd business sense, and... https://texian.blog/?p=1721
When 16-year-old William King rode to the Alamo in his father's place in 1836, he joined the "Immortal 32" from Gonzales. His father John Gladden King lived to help build Texas—but at an unimaginable cost. A story of sacrifice from the Texas Revolution. #TexasHistory
Col. John Gladden King and the Making of Texas
In the tumultuous years that transformed Spanish Texas into an independent republic, few lives better illustrate the personal cost of revolution than that of John Gladden King. His journey from South Carolina to Texas patriarch, marked by both triumph and profound sacrifice, embodies the complex forces that shaped the American frontier. Born in Fairfield County, South Carolina in 1790, King came of age in an era of expanding horizons and western expansion.
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February 22, 2025 at 3:36 PM
When 16-year-old William King rode to the Alamo in his father's place in 1836, he joined the "Immortal 32" from Gonzales. His father John Gladden King lived to help build Texas—but at an unimaginable cost. A story of sacrifice from the Texas Revolution. #TexasHistory
In the tumultuous years that transformed Spanish Texas into an independent republic, few lives better illustrate the personal cost of revolution than that of John Gladden King. His journey from South Carolina to Texas patriarch, marked by both triumph and profound... https://texian.blog/?p=1700
April 12, 2025 at 3:27 PM
In the tumultuous years that transformed Spanish Texas into an independent republic, few lives better illustrate the personal cost of revolution than that of John Gladden King. His journey from South Carolina to Texas patriarch, marked by both triumph and profound... https://texian.blog/?p=1700
Trump: America’s Santa Anna
As every 4th grader in Texas knows, Antonio López de Santa Anna was Mexico’s most infamous caudillo—a political strongman who rose to power again and again, only to leave his country weaker every time. He was arrogant, opportunistic, and more interested in personal…
As every 4th grader in Texas knows, Antonio López de Santa Anna was Mexico’s most infamous caudillo—a political strongman who rose to power again and again, only to leave his country weaker every time. He was arrogant, opportunistic, and more interested in personal…
Trump: America’s Santa Anna
As every 4th grader in Texas knows, Antonio López de Santa Anna was Mexico’s most infamous caudillo—a political strongman who rose to power again and again, only to leave his country weaker every time. He was arrogant, opportunistic, and more interested in personal glory than national stability. Sound familiar? What is a Caudillo? A caudillo rules not through democratic legitimacy but through sheer force of personality, bending institutions to his will.
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February 8, 2025 at 3:41 AM
Trump: America’s Santa Anna
As every 4th grader in Texas knows, Antonio López de Santa Anna was Mexico’s most infamous caudillo—a political strongman who rose to power again and again, only to leave his country weaker every time. He was arrogant, opportunistic, and more interested in personal…
As every 4th grader in Texas knows, Antonio López de Santa Anna was Mexico’s most infamous caudillo—a political strongman who rose to power again and again, only to leave his country weaker every time. He was arrogant, opportunistic, and more interested in personal…
As every 4th grader in Texas knows, Antonio López de Santa Anna was Mexico’s most infamous caudillo—a political strongman who rose to power again and again, only to leave his country weaker every time. He was arrogant, opportunistic, and more interested in... https://texian.blog/?p=1663
April 11, 2025 at 10:04 PM
As every 4th grader in Texas knows, Antonio López de Santa Anna was Mexico’s most infamous caudillo—a political strongman who rose to power again and again, only to leave his country weaker every time. He was arrogant, opportunistic, and more interested in... https://texian.blog/?p=1663
📜✨ Corpus Christi, Texas, 1942: A Fight Against Tuberculosis
This photo by Arthur Rothstein captures a retired doctor at a tuberculosis clinic in Corpus Christi, serving the community with compassion and dedication. The majority of patients were Latin-American, highlighting the importance of…
This photo by Arthur Rothstein captures a retired doctor at a tuberculosis clinic in Corpus Christi, serving the community with compassion and dedication. The majority of patients were Latin-American, highlighting the importance of…
📜✨ Corpus Christi, Texas, 1942: A Fight Against Tuberculosis
This photo by Arthur Rothstein captures a retired doctor at a tuberculosis clinic in Corpus Christi, serving the community with compassion and dedication. The majority of patients were Latin-American, highlighting the importance of healthcare access during a time when tuberculosis was a major public health crisis.
Let’s honor the individuals and communities who fought for better healthcare and awareness. Share your thoughts or stories about public health efforts in your community! 💬👇
#CorpusChristiHistory #HealthcareHeroes #PublicHealth #TexasHistory
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January 15, 2025 at 8:05 PM
📜✨ Corpus Christi, Texas, 1942: A Fight Against Tuberculosis
This photo by Arthur Rothstein captures a retired doctor at a tuberculosis clinic in Corpus Christi, serving the community with compassion and dedication. The majority of patients were Latin-American, highlighting the importance of…
This photo by Arthur Rothstein captures a retired doctor at a tuberculosis clinic in Corpus Christi, serving the community with compassion and dedication. The majority of patients were Latin-American, highlighting the importance of…
✨ Throwback to Sebastian, Texas, 1939!
A domino game in a cozy beer parlor—a moment of connection and tradition beautifully captured by photographer Russell Lee. This scene reminds us of the simple joys that brought people together back in the day. 🍺🎲
Tag someone who loves vintage vibes or a good…
A domino game in a cozy beer parlor—a moment of connection and tradition beautifully captured by photographer Russell Lee. This scene reminds us of the simple joys that brought people together back in the day. 🍺🎲
Tag someone who loves vintage vibes or a good…
✨ Throwback to Sebastian, Texas, 1939!
A domino game in a cozy beer parlor—a moment of connection and tradition beautifully captured by photographer Russell Lee. This scene reminds us of the simple joys that brought people together back in the day. 🍺🎲
Tag someone who loves vintage vibes or a good game of dominoes!
#VintageTexas #1939Throwback #SebastianTexas #TexasHistory #RussellLee
From the Library of Congress
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January 14, 2025 at 6:27 PM
✨ Throwback to Sebastian, Texas, 1939!
A domino game in a cozy beer parlor—a moment of connection and tradition beautifully captured by photographer Russell Lee. This scene reminds us of the simple joys that brought people together back in the day. 🍺🎲
Tag someone who loves vintage vibes or a good…
A domino game in a cozy beer parlor—a moment of connection and tradition beautifully captured by photographer Russell Lee. This scene reminds us of the simple joys that brought people together back in the day. 🍺🎲
Tag someone who loves vintage vibes or a good…
✨ Vintage vibes from Gonzales, Texas, 1939!
This timeless shot of local businesses like A.H. Fitzgerald Drugs and Gonzales Drug Co. captures a slice of small-town life in Texas. Can you imagine strolling through these streets back then? 🏛️🚗
Tag a history buff or a Texas lover who’d appreciate this…
This timeless shot of local businesses like A.H. Fitzgerald Drugs and Gonzales Drug Co. captures a slice of small-town life in Texas. Can you imagine strolling through these streets back then? 🏛️🚗
Tag a history buff or a Texas lover who’d appreciate this…
✨ Vintage vibes from Gonzales, Texas, 1939!
This timeless shot of local businesses like A.H. Fitzgerald Drugs and Gonzales Drug Co. captures a slice of small-town life in Texas. Can you imagine strolling through these streets back then? 🏛️🚗
Tag a history buff or a Texas lover who’d appreciate this piece of the past! 💛
#GonzalesTexas #VintageTexas #HistoricalThrowback #TexasHeritage #SmallTownCharm
From the Library of Congress
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January 13, 2025 at 6:16 PM
✨ Vintage vibes from Gonzales, Texas, 1939!
This timeless shot of local businesses like A.H. Fitzgerald Drugs and Gonzales Drug Co. captures a slice of small-town life in Texas. Can you imagine strolling through these streets back then? 🏛️🚗
Tag a history buff or a Texas lover who’d appreciate this…
This timeless shot of local businesses like A.H. Fitzgerald Drugs and Gonzales Drug Co. captures a slice of small-town life in Texas. Can you imagine strolling through these streets back then? 🏛️🚗
Tag a history buff or a Texas lover who’d appreciate this…
Christmas candy anyone?
Photo from the UTSA Libraries
Photo from the UTSA Libraries
Christmas candy anyone?
Photo from the UTSA Libraries
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December 22, 2024 at 10:36 PM
Christmas candy anyone?
Photo from the UTSA Libraries
Photo from the UTSA Libraries
Merry Christmas, y’all!
I almost didn’t even see the Alamo behind that big ‘ol tree.
Photo from the UTSA Libraries
I almost didn’t even see the Alamo behind that big ‘ol tree.
Photo from the UTSA Libraries
Merry Christmas, y’all!
I almost didn’t even see the Alamo behind that big ‘ol tree.
Photo from the UTSA Libraries
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December 19, 2024 at 11:16 PM
Merry Christmas, y’all!
I almost didn’t even see the Alamo behind that big ‘ol tree.
Photo from the UTSA Libraries
I almost didn’t even see the Alamo behind that big ‘ol tree.
Photo from the UTSA Libraries
A Multicultural Celebration Christmas in early Texas was far more than a single holiday - it was a rich tapestry of traditions brought together by the diverse peoples who made Texas their home. Spanish and Mexican celebrations centered on Las Posadas and midnight... https://texian.blog/?p=1553
February 22, 2025 at 8:28 PM
A Multicultural Celebration Christmas in early Texas was far more than a single holiday - it was a rich tapestry of traditions brought together by the diverse peoples who made Texas their home. Spanish and Mexican celebrations centered on Las Posadas and midnight... https://texian.blog/?p=1553
On a crisp October morning in 1835, as mist rolled off the San Antonio River, ninety Texian volunteers would make their stand in what would become the first major engagement of the Texas Revolution. The Battle of Concepción, though often overshadowed by the Alamo,... https://texian.blog/?p=1378
February 22, 2025 at 8:28 PM
On a crisp October morning in 1835, as mist rolled off the San Antonio River, ninety Texian volunteers would make their stand in what would become the first major engagement of the Texas Revolution. The Battle of Concepción, though often overshadowed by the Alamo,... https://texian.blog/?p=1378
Flags are more than just pieces of fabric fluttering in the wind. They are powerful symbols that encapsulate the essence of nations, states, and communities, conveying a sense of identity, belonging, and heritage. The study of flags, known as vexillology, delves into... https://texian.blog/?p=1307
February 22, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Flags are more than just pieces of fabric fluttering in the wind. They are powerful symbols that encapsulate the essence of nations, states, and communities, conveying a sense of identity, belonging, and heritage. The study of flags, known as vexillology, delves into... https://texian.blog/?p=1307
Robert Hall was a true Texas pioneer - an Indian fighter, Texas Ranger, and veteran of the Texas Revolution, Mexican-American War, and Civil War. By all accounts, he was also quite the character. Let's dive deep into his life and legacy. Early Life Robert Hall was... https://texian.blog/?p=1078
April 12, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Robert Hall was a true Texas pioneer - an Indian fighter, Texas Ranger, and veteran of the Texas Revolution, Mexican-American War, and Civil War. By all accounts, he was also quite the character. Let's dive deep into his life and legacy. Early Life Robert Hall was... https://texian.blog/?p=1078