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Alamo
de Parras
Alamo de Parras, or ADP to its fans, began as a site that explored
the early days of the Spanish military at the Alamo but expanded
into a significant source for information on the battle. The site
is highly recommended to both casual and serious students of the
Alamo.
Brazoria County
Historical Museum
The Brazoria County Historical Museum is located
in Angleton, Texas, in the heart of Stephen F.
Austin’s Colony. Their site contains an on-line
exhibit on the history of Austin’s Colony.
City
of Gonzales
Managed by the City of Gonzales, this web site
is useful to potential visitors or anyone who would
like to know about this important early Texas settlement.
Daughters
of the Republic of Texas
The Daughters of the Republic of Texas were formed
in 1891 with the goal of perpetuating the memory
and spirit of the men and women who achieved
and maintained the independence of Texas. This
site lists DRT information and lists the properties
curated by the organization.
Daughters of the Republic
of Texas Library
Located on the grounds of the Alamo, the Daughters
of the Republic of Texas Library
is a research facility. Their site contains information
about the library's holding but also has a chronology
and other useful information. The DRTL maintains
vertical files on the Alamo Defenders.
The Daughters of the Lone Star Republic was organized in 1891 as
a way of perpetuating forever the memory of the Texas pioneer families
and soldiers of the Republic of Texas by forming an association
of their descendants.
Women interested in joining the DRT will find eligibility requirements
as
well as contact information on this web page.
George
Nelson's Alamo Pictures
Artist and historian George Nelson has been documenting Texas history
through art and sculpture for the past twenty years. This link is
to paintings by Nelson from his book entitled The Alamo: An Illustrated
History.
Goliad
State Historical Park
The site of the execution of more than 300 Texan and American
volunteers, the name Goliad is forever linked to the Texas Revolution.
Their web site gives a brief historical overview of this old Spanish
fort in addition to information to prospective visitors.
Links
To Some Texas History Primary Source Documents On The Internet
Roger A. Griffin, Emeritus Professor of History, Austin Community
College,
has created a site that provides instant links to primary documents
related
to Texas history. His site contains a chronological table of contents,
making it easy for anyone to use.
Presidio
La Bahia
Presidio La Bahia located near Goliad, was established in 1749.
Their web site contains information useful to both general visitors
and students of Texas history.
Presidial,
Coahuila (y Texas)
Relatos y personajes de la historia de Coahuila (y Texas). Español
Republic
of Texas Museum
The Republic of Texas Museum was created by the
Daughters of the Republic of Texas Inc. shortly
after the organization was founded in 1891. It’s
mission is to preserve the heritage of the Republic
of Texas historic period and to educate the public
about the history and culture of that time. The
collection includes approximately 3000 artifacts
as well as a photographic collection and archives.
Sam Houston
Memorial Museum
Located in Huntsville, Texas, the Sam Houston Memorial Museum
is dedicated to the life & times of General Sam Houston. Houston
former Governor of Tennessee, victor over Santa Anna in the Texas
War of Independence, first President of the Republic of Texas, Senator
from the State of Texas and Governor of the State of Texas.
San Antonio
Convention and Visitors Bureau
Coming to San Antonio to see the Alamo and need information on lodging
and other travel needs. Check with the SACVB.
San Jacinto
Monument Museum
On April 21, 1836, the Texan Army commanded by General Sam Houston
reversed the defeats at the Alamo and Goliad. Today the "Plains
of San Jacinto"
is part of a Texas State Historical Park.
Sons
of DeWitt Colony
Next to Austin’s Colony, Green DeWitt’s Colony was
the most successful of those established by Anglo empresarios. Managed
by Wallace L. McKeehan, the Sons of DeWitt Colony is a wealth of
information on early Texas history. One of the best Texas history
sites on the web!
Sons of the Republic
of Texas
The Sons of the Republic of Texas are men whose ancestors lived
in Texas from March 2, 1836 to February 19, 1846. The Sons of the
Republic of Texas was organized as a way for men to honor their Texas
heritage. Visit their web site to learn more about this organization
and its mission to promote Texas history.
Star of the
Republic Museum: The Historical Museum of the Texas Republic
Located at Washington-on-the-Brazos, the Star of the Republic
Museum interprets the history of the Republic of Texas and its influences.
Texas Association
of Museums
The Texas Association of Museums is a statewide organization
that promotes professional standards among Texas museums. TAM headquarters
maintains an e-mail list of it members in case you want to contact
someone in your area.
The
Texas Constitutions Digitization Project
Presented by the Tarlton Law Library, The University of Texas
at Austin, The Texas Constitutions Digitization Project contains
the text of all the constitutions which have governed Texas. It includes
the Mexican Federal Constitution of 1824, the Constitution of Coahuila
y Tejas, the Constitution for the State of Texas proposed by the
colonists in 1833 as well as the constitutions of the Republic of
Texas and the State. Contains a search engine.
Texas Historical
Commission
The mission of the Texas Historical Commission is to protect
and preserve the state’s historic and prehistoric resources
for the use, education, enjoyment and economic benefit of present
and future generations. Its web site describes its many programs.
Texas
State Cemetery
Located in Austin, Texas, the Texas State Cemetery is the final
resting place of many famous Texans. Visitors to this cite can use
the index to learn who is buried in this hallowed ground.
Texas State
Historical Association
Established on March 2, 1897, the Texas State Historical Association
is the oldest society of professional and lay historians in the state.
Membership in TSHA is open to anyone interested in Texas history.
Members receive the Southwestern Historical Quarterly. TSHA
also maintains an on-line version of the award wining New Handbook
of Texas, available to all researchers with just the click of
a mouse.
Washington-on-the-Brazos
State Historical Park
Washington-on-the-Brazos, the birth place of the Republic of
Texas, is now a Texas State Park. Their web site gives a brief historical
overview in additions to information for prospective visitors.
The Texas General
Land Office Save Texas History Program
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