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[A Symbol of Unity: Riding through Fort Chadbourne's History]

Description: Experience a moment of patriotic splendor at Fort Chadbourne as a cowboy-clad rider on horseback waves the embroidered 35 Stars Union Historical USA American Flag. Against the backdrop of a lush green field and the remnants of historic fort buildings, this powerful image encapsulates the enduring spirit of unity, courage, and reverence for American history. Join this remarkable journey through Fort Chadbourne's legacy, where the rider's proud display of patriotism resonates with the rich tapest… more
Date: October 27, 2005
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Woman Speaking at the Fort Manhassett Dedication]

Description: Photograph of a woman in a long, leopard-print jacket standing at a podium on a stage to speak at the Fort Manhassett Dedication. A confederate battle flag hangs from the front of the stage. Several other individuals are seated at plastic chairs on the stage, looking toward the speaker.
Date: January 8, 1972
Creator: Lewis, David P.
Partner: Lamar University

[Postcard of the Alamo]

Description: Postcard of the Alamo in San Antonio. Text on the back of the card reads "The Alamo, built in 1718, is aptly called the "cradle of Texas Liberty." for it was here that on March 6, 18536, Travis, Bowie, Crockett, and 170 unsung heroes gave their lives for Texas liberty. Before the Battle of the Alamo, Commander Travis drew a line and told those who wished to try to escape what was apparently certain death, to step across the line, but not a man crossed the line. The Alamo today is the shrine of … more
Date: unknown
Partner: Private Collection of T. B. Willis

[Sign Commemorating Civil War Battle]

Description: Photograph of a sign at Fort Manhassett describing of a Civil War battle in which Confederate soldiers defended a fort. In this battle, fifty Union soldiers were killed or wounded, while the Confederate soldiers in Fort Manhassett had no injuries. The sign lists the names and positions of several Confederate soldiers that played significant roles in the battle.
Date: January 8, 1972
Creator: Lewis, David P.
Partner: Lamar University
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[Mexia, Texas: Confederate Reunion Grounds and Comanche Chief Quanah Parker]

Description: This film is unedited television footage regarding events and sites in Mexia, Texas. The film covers: the the Confederate Reunion Grounds, now a Texas Historical Landmark; recreational activity on the Navasota River; and the legend of Quanah Parker. The first segment of video shows the Confederate Reunion Grounds, which were established in 1889. Tom Fisher, who is the Park Manager of the Confederate Reunion Grounds State Historical Park and the Park Manager of Fort Parker State Historical Par… more
Date: unknown
Duration: 1 hour 22 minutes 07 seconds
Partner: UNT Media Library
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Oral History Interview with George Gace, April 10, 2002

Description: Interview with George Gace, an member of the United States Army serving in post-World War II Germany. Gace describes his time at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas followed by his deployment to Germany where he spent most of his two years training.
Date: April 10, 2002
Duration: 3 minutes 03 seconds
Creator: Gace, Michael & Gace, George
Partner: Lee College

Texas Heritage, 2014, Volume 2

Description: Quarterly publication containing articles related to the preservation of historic artifacts and sites in Texas. Feature articles discuss various aspects of Texas history and heritage, often highlighting museums and collections within the state. Also included are book reviews, current preservation news, and a listing of historical museums in Texas.
Date: 2014
Creator: Texas Historical Foundation
Partner: Texas Historical Foundation

[Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle]

Description: Postcard of the quadrangle at Fort Sam Houston. At center right is a large stone clock tower, with a shorter water tower to its left. Small buildings with red roofs are along the bottom of the bell tower. At bottom left is a rectangular reflecting pool with a patch of plants in the center and a shaded bench to its left. Details about the quadrangle are written as notes on the other side of the postcard.
Date: unknown
Partner: Private Collection of T. B. Willis

[Christmas in Fort Bliss]

Description: Photograph of soldiers in Fort Bliss on Christmas gathered around encampments and buildings. Most are in uniform, some in hats, and are looking into the camera, and several are gathered in the background. Further encampments are faintly visible near the horizon. Text at the top of the image reads "XMAS CHOW CALL COB 315 M.T.C. Ft. BLISS".
Date: 19XX-12
Creator: Hill Photo Shop
Partner: Private Collection of T. B. Willis

[Portrait of Jean C. Barnes]

Description: Photograph of Colonel Jean C. Barnes, 1st Signal Battalion, A Company. He is pictured against a stone building with a hat, uniform, and boots. A note written on the back states that Barnes was the "last soldier to have his picture taken at Ft. Duncan Texas".
Date: 1916
Partner: Private Collection of T. B. Willis
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