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In this episode we continue our look at several key events in Texas history, including the annexation of Texas, the arrival of the Second United States Cavalry Regiment to Texas, the Battle of Pease River, and more. texashistorylessons.com email: texashistorylessons@gmail.com Twitter: @TexasHistoryL Help make Texas History Lessons by supporting on Patreon . And a special thanks to everyone that already does. The song played at the break is by Rosmand, Old Dogs. At the end of the show are Zack We...

In this episode we look at several key events in Texas history, including where Uvalde gets its name, the Goliad Declaration of Independence,, the death of Stephen F. Austin, the inauguration of Texas second president, Mirabeau Buonaparte Lamar, and much more. So many great things happened in December that this is only Part 1 of 2. The songs played in this episode are by Rosmand, All We Got, and then two at the end from new THL spotlight artists Seth Jones--As It Goes and Zach Welch -- Ada. Als...

In this episode we investigate some interesting and significant events in Texas that have occurred in the month of November over the centuries, including the landing of the Narvaez expedition survivors off the coast of Texas, the Neutral Ground agreement, the curious life of the Baron de Bastrop, the curious and inquisitive creator Gail Borden, the birth of the Texas Rangers, the Grass Fight of the Texas Revolution, the failed attempt to take much of New Mexico, the outlaw Belle Starr, and more....

This Month In Texas History for October deals with Coronado's first venture onto the Llano Estacado and his description of it in 1541. New Spain's 1759 attempt to punish the Nortenos, the Comanches, Wichitas, Tonkawas, and others for the destruction of the San Saba Mission, the beginning of the Texas Revolution in 1835, the siege of Bexar, the inauguration of Sam Houston, the annexation of Texas, the Great Hanging in Gainesville, Texas during 1862, and Satanta's death in 1878. The song heard at ...

This episodes ends the series on the Texas cattle drives of 1866 to 1890 and looks at the factors that led to the end of the era of the Long Drive. The song heard at the beginning and end of this episode is "Living This Way" by the great Mando Salas, THL's spotlight artist. Also-be sure to listen to Zach Welch's new song Ada! Mando Salas is a Texas Country musician and a Del Rio, Texas native. Performing under the band name Rosmand, Mando incorporates his roots into his songwriting and he has a ...

In this episode we take a look at the development of Texas railroads and begin to consider their relationship to the Long Drive era. The song heard at the beginning and end of this episode is "Forever" by the great Mando Salas, THL's spotlight artist. Also-be sure to listen to Zach Welch's new song Ada! Mando Salas is a Texas Country musician and a Del Rio, Texas native. Performing under the band name Rosmand, Mando incorporates his roots into his songwriting and he has a great, distinctive voic...

In this episode we explore the interactions of the cattle drives with the Native American nations, including the Choctaw, Cherokee, Creek, Comanche, and Kiowa. The song heard at the beginning and end of this episode is "Old Dogs" by the great Mando Salas, THL's spotlight artist. Also-be sure to listen to Zach Welch's new song Ada! Mando Salas is a Texas Country musician and a Del Rio, Texas native. Performing under the band name Rosmand, Mando incorporates his roots into his songwriting and he h...

In this episode we celebrate many important dates in September Texas History including the September 16, 1810 Cry of Dolores that launched the struggle for Mexican independence, the election of Sam Houston as the first president of the Texas Republic and many more. From the settlement of the lower Rio Grande to the Galveston Hurricane of 1900. The song heard at the beginning and end of this episode is "I Love" by the great Mando Salas, THL's spotlight artist. Also-be sure to listen to Zach Welc...

In honor of the 121st anniversary of the devastating Galveston Hurricane of September 8, 1900 this episode is being re-released for those that haven't heard it yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we continue the series on the Texas cattle drives and take a look at the trails that were used- the Shawnee Trail, the Chisholm Trail, the Western Trail, and the Goodnight-Loving Trail. The song heard at the beginning and end of this episode is "Old Dogs" by the great Mando Salas, THL's spotlight artist. Mando Salas is a Texas Country musician and a Del Rio, Texas native. Performing under the band name Rosmand, Mando incorporates his roots into his songwriting and he has a great,...

In Part 3 of the series on the Texas Cattle Drives we look at how the trail drives were organized, who were the cowboys, what the cattle were like and what the cowboys faced on a drive. The song heard at the beginning and end of this episode is "O Lord" by the great Mando Salas, THL's spotlight artist. Mando Salas is a Texas Country musician and a Del Rio, Texas native. Performing under the band name Rosmand, Mando incorporates his roots into his songwriting and he has a great, distinctive voice...

In this episode we continue the series on the Texas Cattle Drives of 1866 to 1890. We review the foundations of the ranching industry and look at the motivations for driving extremely large numbers and cattle start to look at the people that stepped in to make it happen. The song heard at the beginning and end of this episode is "I Love" by the great Mando Salas, THL's spotlight artist. Mando Salas is a Texas Country musician and a Del Rio, Texas native. Performing under the band name Rosmand, M...

In this episode we try to look at the story of Texas over several Augusts since the 1700s. An especially important event covered is the Battle of Medina, fought in August 1813. This event, and others, had a significant role in shaping Texas. If you have any photography project needs from real estate photography to help sell a place or aerial videos of a property or event, I want you to consider contracting Panther City Air. With top notch equipment and expert skill, Panther City Air can fulfill ...

This episode launches a special series on the development of the cattle drives and the entrepreneurial business people that made them work. This is actually an older project that I pulled from the Texas History Lessons filing cabinet to record while I finish up preparations for the New Spain and Texas lessons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode takes us back to events in July in Texas history including the early missions, the reign of Emperor Iturbide, the annexation of Texas, and much more. I apologize for the delay. As promised, here is a playlist containing songs from Mando Salas' suggested artists. Give Mason and the Gin Line, South Texas Tweek, Seth Jones, Prick and the Sunsets, and Zach Russell a listen. You won't be disappointed. Rosmand's Suggested Artists on Spotify The song heard at the beginning and end of this ...

In this special episode the hosts of Texas History Lessons and the Wild West Extravaganza switch podcasts for one episode. Each host provided the other with suggested topics. After listening to this, go find Michael investigating Commodore Perry Owens on the Wild West Extravaganza Podcast. Enjoy the show! `` The 1919 Ranger Investigation and the Canales Hearing that followed shed light on misconduct and atrocities committed by the Texas Rangers between the years 1910 and 1920. An era known to so...

On this episode of This Month In Texas History we change things up a little bit. We still take a look at many events in the many June's of Texas history, including the founding of San Juan Bautista, the mother of Texas missions; Spain's declaration of war during the American Revolution; the Second Battle of Adobe Walls; and the discovery of the Corsicana oil and gas field. Then we highlight June 19, 1865 and June 15, 1921. We celebrate both Juneteenth and the amazing but brief life of Bessie Col...

With this episode we launch Part 2 of Texas History Lessons: Spanish Texas. This episode looks at the legacy of Spain in Texas and lays out what to expect from future episodes. The song heard at the beginning and end of this episode is "How It Goes" by the great Mando Salas, THL's newest spotlight artist. Mando Salas is a Texas Country musician and a Del Rio, Texas native. Performing under the band name Rosmand, Mando incorporates his roots into his songwriting and he has a great, distinctive vo...

In this episode we take a look at the life and work of Texas author Larry McMurtry. Over the course of his life he wrote over thirty novels, over a dozen works of non-fiction, and dozens of screenplays. Best known for the epic Lonesome Dove, McMurtry helped define Texas in many peoples minds. To learn even more about this interesting and important Texas icon, please go read Skip Hollandsworth's writing in Texas Monthly. Click HERE! The song heard at the beginning and end of this episode is "Devi...

In this episode Texas History Lessons gives a quick overview about the legacy of Texas music and takes a look at the first Texas History Lessons Spotlight Artist - Jerrod Fusche. Texas History Lessons spotlight artist is Saint Jo, Texas born Jerrod Flusche . Jerrod has been a celebrated guitarist for several bands in his career, runs his own production company, Rock Soup Music Group , and released two solo albums in 2020. Visit his personal website, visit his production company website, and bett...

This month we investigate many events that happened over the centuries in May, from the foundation of Mission San Antonio de Valero and the birth of San Antonio to the creation of the Dallas Mavericks. THL is happy to announce a new spotlight artist, Mando Salas. Mando Salas is a Texas Country musician and a Del Rio, Texas native. Performing under the band name Rosmand, Mando incorporates his roots into his songwriting and he has a great, distinctive voice that conveys a lot of feeling. When he ...

This episode focuses on the rise of Texas City and the horrible disaster that almost destroyed it on April 16, 1947. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Coronado to jazz legend Red Garland, from the Payayas to the Texas City Disaster, This Month In Texas History looks at many important April events in Texas! Texas History Lessons spotlight artist is Saint Jo, Texas born Jerrod Flusche . Jerrod has been a celebrated guitarist for several bands in his career, runs his own production company, Rock Soup Music Group , and released two solo albums in 2020. Visit his personal website, visit his production company website, and better yet, go to Spo...

In this episode Texas History Lessons is proud to have Dean Vinson join to discuss the New London School Explosion of March 18, 1937, the third worst disaster in regards to death in Texas history and the worst school related disaster in the history of the United States. Texas History Lessons spotlight artist is Saint Jo, Texas born Jerrod Flusche . Jerrod has been a celebrated guitarist for several bands in his career, runs his own production company, Rock Soup Music Group , and released two sol...