Texas Almanac 2008-2009

Summary: Special features in the 64th Edition include: - An overview of archeology in Texas with a list of unique sites to visit and a map to locate landmarks and museums. - A history of stagecoach travel on the Texas frontier, important in transporting people, mail and goods across the state. - A look at the Civilian Conservation Corps in Texas, which developed 56 state, national and local parks between 1933 and 1942. - A hi...story of Cajuns in Texas, where they came from, where they settled and their unique contributions to Texas. - A history of minor league baseball in Texas. [read more]