Tag: History

There’s a fascinating and lesser-known story about General François Lallemand, a loyal general of Napoleon who had a daring plan to bring the exiled emperor to Texas to establish a new empire. In 1817, Lallemand recruited Napoleonic loyalists to...

The Siege of Alamo, a historical event that took place in 1908, was brought back to light in a recent article by The New York Times. Adina de Zavala, a determined woman, made headlines when she took over the...

In Volente, Texas, the Anderson Mill Grist Mill and Pioneer Museum showcases a full-scale replica of the original water-powered mill built by Thomas Anderson in 1861. The original mill, located along Cyprus Creek, was a hub for local farmers...

The Audie Murphy American Cotton Museum in Greenville, Texas, has been a beacon of history and education for over 35 years. Situated on 10 acres in the heart of Hunt County, this museum offers visitors a journey through time,...

Bluffton, Texas, a town with a rich history, now sits beneath the waters of Lake Buchanan, earning its title as an underwater ghost town. Originally established in 1852 near the Colorado River, Bluffton flourished with a post office, blacksmith...