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EP. 142: Letters from the Alamo (?)

Posted February 22, 202600:13:50

Most are familiar with William Barret Travis’ letters from the Alamo, espcially his February 24th letter promising “Victory or Death!” But could...

Ep. 142: A Disturbing Set of Events (Anahuac, 1832)

Posted January 12, 202600:25:29

In 1832, things in Texas were chaotic to say the least. There was conflict between centralists and federalists on two fronts. The Texas settlers wanted...

Ep 141: Come and Take It!

Posted December 6, 202500:17:37

There is no more popular symbol of the Texas spirit and the Texas revolution than the famous “Come and Take It” flag. It’s reproduced on all...

EP 140: A DECADE of Texas history

Posted November 5, 202500:25:25

Ten years ago this week, I launched Wise About Texas. I had no idea what it would become. In this episode, I recap a little about where the podcast...

EP. 139: An English Earl in Texas…

Posted October 12, 202500:19:59

The 7th Earl of Aylesford was quite the character. His exploits in England were “of note.” In fact, they were of such note that he had to leave...