The “Confederate Flag”, or, Why It’s Important to Study History
The Confederate flag has been in the news a lot lately…or, more correctly, the...
Waco Mammoth Site becomes a National Monument!
It’s been a week for recognizing historical sites in Texas! First the San Antonio...
Please Pray for our Nation
On the eve of the 4th of July, I’m poised on the leading edge...
“Texas Rising” Review-Part 9/Reel-to-Real Characters
In contrast to their ludicrous attempt to pass off the high dessert of Durango, Mexico...
“Texas Rising” Review-Part 8/Historic Lives Matter
Leslie Greif, co-creator of the History channel mini-series Texas Rising, was quoted in the...
“Texas Rising” Review-Part 7/The Spoils of War
One of the most fascinating stories of San Jacinto concerns the capture of General...
“Texas Rising” Review-Part 6/Battle of San Jacinto
Let me start by saying that I had fewer complaints about this episode than...
Johnny Gimble Tribute at Lukenbach, Texas
Lukenbach, Texas has enjoyed a reputation as a Country & Western music venue since Jerry...
“Texas Rising” Review-Part 5/Landscapes and Manscapes
I decided to cover Texas landscapes and uncover historical manscapes in one post, since...
“Texas Rising” Review-Part 4/Was Emily West Texas’ “Yellow Rose”?
The case of Emily West (Morgan), the storied “Yellow Rose of Texas”, is a...