| Author |
Blake, Robert Bruce, 1877-1955 |
| Title |
Nacogdoches
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| Alternate Title |
Historic Nacogdoches, Texas
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Stephen Hutcheson, Dave Morgan, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Nacogdoches" by Robert Bruce Blake is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book provides an in-depth exploration of the origins and development of the city of Nacogdoches in Texas, detailing its historical significance and the various cultural influences that shaped it. The narrative traces the beginnings of Nacogdoches back to its founding by the Tejas Indians and the early European explorers, including references to notable historical figures such as Hernando De Soto and Mother Maria de Jesus de Agreda. Additionally, it covers key events in the city’s history, such as the establishment of the first European settlement, the conflicts during the Spanish and Mexican rule, and the role of Nacogdoches in the Texas Revolution. Throughout the text, Blake interweaves stories of prominent residents and events that contributed to Nacogdoches' rich heritage, giving readers a comprehensive view of its evolution from an ancient Indian town to a significant American municipality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
F350.5: United States local history: Mississippi River and Valley. Middle West
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| Subject |
Nacogdoches (Tex.) -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
51839 |
| Release Date |
Apr 23, 2016 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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