TINTAGEL VILLAGE CORNWALL England | Full walking tour filmed in 4K | Birthplace of King Arthur?

 

 

The main picture above is King Arthur’s Book Store which sets at a sharp turn in the main road in Tintagel….this goes to the left  while a road to the left goes to the entrance area for the ruins of a normal castle (and digs have found lots more dwelling on this island that once was part of the mainland.) even a rich home that dates to the time that it is estimated that King Arthur would have been if he did in fact exist.

 

 

 

At King Arthur Bookshop in Tintagel come and browse a wealth of Books, Gifts, Jewellery, collectibles and Pottery all available for studies and purchases. With connections to the Arthurian Legend, Celtic Design, Fantasy and Folklore a magical experience is guaranteed.

 

 

 

Smoky Black Bean and Corn Empanadas

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

‘Outlander‘: Sam Heughan Hired Show’s First Intimacy Coordinator for Season 6 – TV Insider

 

 

The great thing about guided tours of Scotland is that you can simply sit back, relax and listen as your knowledgeable tour guide weaves a rich web of stories about the enchanting landscapes you’re passing through. Take your pick from organised group tours, bespoke private tours and self-drive touring holidays or book a local guide to explore all the parts of Scotland you really want to see.

After more than 1,000 years, this English pub is closing its doors

 

 

TINTAGEL CASTLE CORNWALL | Full tour of the real King Arthur’s Camelot in 4K

 

 I have often told you of the steep stairs to visit the castle at Tintagel—-this was it—the stairs are still there but they now have a bridge across where this chunk of land use to be connected to the mainland which means that the stairs are no longer necessary.

  Last time I was there they had planned the bridge but it wasn’t built yet so I missed the castle cause I’d hurt my knee and while normally walking was Ok these stairs wasn’t especially considering that is only 1/2 of the stairs you use have to go down one side then across a bridge and then another set of stairs up…OH MY!  Oh and there are still stairs in regular use:  Or at least they were:

Due to storm damage to the beach steps, there is no access to the beach and Merlin’s cave. We’re sorry for any disappointment that this will cause.

 

 

Tintagel Beach, Merlins Cave, Tintagel Haven. North Cornwall.

Immerse yourself in history, myths and stunning scenery at Tintagel Castle set high on Cornwall’s rugged north coast. Inextricably linked with the legend of King Arthur, for centuries this dramatic castle and coastline has fired the imaginations of writers, artists, and even the brother of a king. Now it’s your turn to be inspired.

The Brutal Life Of Cole Younger, A Confederate Guerrilla Turned Bank-Robbing Outlaw 

 

 

At Lincoln Chapel at Windsor Castle:

The marble effigies of Edward VII (1841 – 1910) and his Queen Alexandra (1844-1925).   Green gold on white marble base. The dog at his feet is the king‘s favorite Caesar.  Monument is by Bertram Mackennal and also has two women mourning at it’s base.

ATLAS OBSCURA TRIPS

Roam Star Wars Sets in Tunisia

THE ARTIST GUEST HOUSE 

534 Eaton St.

Key West

Built 1898, for Thomas Otto, Jr.  Was refurbished in 1992 and became the Artist Guest House.  There are Victorian period scenes in the glass panels around it’s elaborate carved front door.

Key West Houses

Leslie Linsley

 

 

 

The Most Visited Cities of 2019

 

 

 

 

You never know what you might encounter on the streets of St. Augustine        As the oldest city in the States, St. Augustine is known for its ancient architecture, rich heritage and pristine beaches. With more than four centuries of history, it’s no surprise that this beautiful coastal town also has its share of haunted tales. When touring the Old Jail, wandering around the Flagler College campus and exploring the quaint streets, remember that you may not be alone. Read on to learn about St. Augustine’s most infamous ghosts.

Green Chile ChickenTortilla Casserole

 

 

 

 

 

This spring, we’re soaking up the gorgeous weather and celebrating the return of long-awaited festivals (while also feasting on as much crawfish as humanly possible). New Orleans is the perfect place to plan everything from a long weekend getaway to a full spring break vacation. [Come See Everything We Have in Store] 

 

 

 

 

 

​​London’s Lost Music Venues (and Rivers!) of Camden and Kentish Town Guided Walking Tour with Author Paul Talling

 

 

 

 

Birmingham City Centre – UK Travel Vlog

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery – Virtual Tour

 

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery

The building is currently closed and will partially reopen on 28 April 2022.

Chamberlain Square

Birmingham, B3 3DH

0121 348 8000

The museum is the permanent home of the largest ever found Anglo-Saxon gold haul:  The Straffordshire Hoard.  

 

 

And don’t forget the Victorian collection of painting also said to be the biggest and best

 

 

 

The museum has more than one place to learn about Birmingham:

 

Explore our sites

So that’s just a few things—-but maybe it will get you interested and searching for more.

 

 

 

Birmingham’s 10 Best Cultural Restaurants | Eating Out in Brum

 

 

 

 

Flagler Museum–Palm Beach, Fl

Gumbo Limbo–Boca Raton, Fl

Key Lime Sailing Club—Key Largo, Fl

 

 

 

Venus In Velvet

 

 

 

Astrology Trade Shows

 

 

 

 

Flamingo Gardens—Davie, Fl

.Cranes Beach House–Delray Beach,

 

 

 

 

Presidents memorialized

Which Capital Cities Are Named After a U.S. President ?

The easy one is Washington, DC.  The US city was founded with the Resedence Act of 1790–not long after George Washington was elected, which approved the creation of a Capital and seat of government on the Potomac River.  Now for the less obvious one.  Monrovia, the capital of Liberia,   got its name from the fifth president James Monroe, who was an ardent supporter for a colony of former enslaved pople to be establised in Afriia.  The idea was fulfilled in 1822, while Monroe was in office.

 History Extra

BBC History Revealed:  Oct 2021

 

 

 

Field Trip Guide: Presidential Birthplaces, Houses, and Libraries

 

 

 

A book like this could be your first stop in planning a vacation in France to see the sites of battle that your dad (like me) or your grandfather fought in.

Finding things you love and enjoy off the usual paths/roads and the like.

Places to visit that are not always in the common knowledge—or beaten path—or going to some place well known for different reasons—-like coming to Florida and not going to the theme parks.

VERMONT CHURCHES

 

 

Old Round Church

Richmond, Vermont

Something a bit different catches you imagination–built in 1813 it has 16  wooden sides and legend says it gave the devil no place to hide

(remember Templer Churches)—

It was also used as a town hall and service were ceased in 1880—it has a horseshoe shaped balcony.

 Oh and I gave you a couple (3) sites to get you started to see if that might work for you.

 

 

Best things to do near Richmond, VT

 

 

 

The Closed History Of Cypress Gardens – Florida’s First Theme Park | Expedition Extinct

 

 

An Early Theme Park Which Is No More—Well Almost:   Cypress Gardens                                  Winter Haven, Fl.

 

 

 

At one time it was a signature attraction for the State of Florida.  It is here on the shores of Lake Eloise in the 1930’s that we started our travel to entertainer of the world and several years later a place that I had a chance to visit —the water skiing, the beautiful young girls decked out in hoop skirt dresses—the lovely landscapes and beautiful Florida flora and fuana.

 

 

Winter Haven

I was angry when they brought in Lego Land but was happy to hear that not all the beauty was lost and there remains remants in the park.  Though I have never returned.

 

 

Legoland Florida restores iconic sections of Cypress Gardens – Florida Pool and Oriental Gardens

 

 

 

 

Set in Stone – A Short Film About Hexham Abbey

An abbey that fought the Vikings

Hexham Abbey

Hexham

NORTHUMBERLAND
NE46 3NB

 

Hexham

Hexham is an ancient church and a destination for many pilgrims.  Built in the 7th century, it was founded by St. Wilfred the Bishop of York.  The church was damaged by raiding Vikings  and the current church is the one that was rebuilt in 1113.

 

 

ABBEYS AND PRIORIES

Here you try using this subject:

Interested in World War II?   Oh a hint on some places to start looking for site to see and places to visit.

 

China:  Nayen Massacre Museum 

Hiroshima:  A Bomb Dome 

Jerusalem:  Jad  Vasham Center

Liberation Route from London to Berlin

 

 

 

 

 

 

Prehistoric Britain

Marriage was a contract made before the gods and man but temporary in nature.  Celtic women (wives) continued to belong to their family and divorce was quite easy to obtain often just by mutual consent.  A married Celt could keep a concubine (one or more) provided his wife agreed.  Oh and those concubines were proteced by a kind of short marriage contract keeping her finacially secure and independent after a year—unless a new contract was agreed to.

 

 

 

Celtic Harmony Camp

 

 

 

ASPCA.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tintagel, Cornwall, St Materiana’s Church

High atop the cliffs overlooking the village of Tintagel stands a historic treasure. No, not the castle for which this rocky Cornish headland is famed, but the 11th-century church of St Materiana.

Ok my last photo for the day—this church to me is the most fabulous (well beside the great people who live and work here) thing or place or whatever about Tintagel—-it was built in 1080 by the Normans and is still in use today—-part of the church is said to be an earlier Anglo-Saxon church—-there’s a standing stone in the church yard and a Roman mile maker in the sanctuary—people often say that Tintagel isn’t that much—but after I spent a month there in 2016, I say they should have stayed a bit longer and they might have learned to love it like I did.

 

ST MATERIANA’s CHURCH – A LITTLE CHURCH NEXT TO TINTAGEL CASTLE

 

 

Our Bodies Their Battlefield: What War Does to Women $7.98

 

London’s Alleys: Counter Court, SE1

Enjoy a swingin’ good time during this 1 hour guided exploration and learn all about America’s neat history during the Temperance & Prohibition time periods. You’ll discover the secrets behind the country’s historic dry spell from an authority in these memorable eras while you explore the museum’s artifacts and interactive exhibits.

the American Prohibition Museum 

Savannah, GA.

 

Rocky the sea turtle swims again!

Awesome symbol of England’s national heritage.  The Tower of London is actually a massive fortress complex of twenty towrs that covers an eighteen acre site on the River Thames at the Souteast reach of modern London.

Tower of London

Christopher Hibbert

Harry Potter inspired flat with Gryffindor dorm room goes on sale for £315k in Edinburgh

 

 

 

 

 

Dr. Phillips Center Presents

Patti LaBelle

 

 

Finding the Old Trail in Modern Texas

 

Austin Texas: Cool Things To Do // Destinations Explained

 

 

Brief History of Austin

So welcome to Austin one of the cities along the Chisholm Trail—-I have read that close to this capital of the State of Texas (it was settled in 1837 on the Colorado river and becme the capital in 1839), back in the trail’s day it was close to where the cowboys drove the cattle across the Colorado RIver.  Surely an area of much activity and not a few injuries and/or losses.

 

 

 

The Cowboy Capital Of The World Is Near Austin And It’s A Thrilling Weekend Adventure

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 West, Jason et. al. “Bullock Texas State History Museum.” Clio: Your Guide to History. March 8, 2018. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mount Bonnell

Remember that the trail crossed the Colorado River near Austin and if you’re up to the walk you might enjoy this view of that river from this area.

 

 

 

 

Breathtaking View of Mount Bonnell – Austin, Texas

 

 

 

to get to Mount Bonnell, take 35th Street

 West over MoPac After taking a left at th fork onto Old Bull Creek Road, take right on Mount Bonnell Road and move up the hill you will then see parking on your left.  All of this is free and, because of the short hike, is great for all ages!  As always, no matter what you do in Austin, wear sunblock, drink water and yes, you can bring your dog.

Mount Bonnell for Beginners

 

 

 

 

2017 Blanton Gala | Blanton Museum of Art

 

Jack S. Blanton Museum of Art

University of Texas at Austin

200 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd,

Austin, TX 78712

C.R. Smith Collection

 

Blanton Museum showcases western art reflecting American expansion

 

The Blanton Museum of Art

 

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The Chisholm Trail, Part 1 of 4

If you scroll down to a list of additional vids—part 2 is the second in line.

The Chisholm Trail was not the longest cattle trail but probably became the most famous because of the song “The Old Chisholm Trail”:”Come along boys and listen to my tale, I’ll tell you of my troubles on the old Chisholm Trail. Come a ti yi yippee, come a ti, yi, yea.”

As the longhorns slowly moved from pasture lands near San Antonio, Texas to the railhead in Abilene cowhands passed time by singing songs such as ”The Old Chisholm Trail”. The drive was slow, allowing the steers to graze along the way. With plenty of time to sing, each cowboy must have added to the song because experts today have found as many as 1,000 verses.

 

Chisholm Trail

Author: Kansas Historical Society

Author information: The Kansas Historical Society is a state agency charged with actively safeguarding and sharing the state’s history.

Date Created: June 2011

Date Modified: June 2018

 

 

Life on the Chisholm Trail

 

 

 

 

 

Other places to visit in Austin

Want to have a more balanced visit—-or maybe only part of your group is cowboy addicts—what ever the case there are other places and things to see and do here

 

 

[4K] Downtown Austin, Texas (State Capital) USA – Walking Tour & Travel Guide 🎧 Binaural City Sound

 

Tours

AO Tours

 

Very Best of ATX Panoramic City Center Tour with Stops

 

Austin + Hill Country Panoramic Tour with Stops

 

 

Austin & Hill Country Bus Tour

as well as

 

Custom Sightseeing Tours

 

 

 

Revelry Tours in Austin

Austin Cocktail Tours

 

 

Lost Legends of Texas Cocktail Tour

The Lone Star state has quite an interesting history. Its origins encompass the unfortunate, weird, and downright mad. Learn all about its first settlers and other unique characters that have made their mark in Texas.

 

 

 

 

It’s Better on Top Pub Crawl

You’ll discover the grisliest killings the city has ever seen while taking in the stunning views our rooftop bars have to offer.

 

 

 

 

Morning Walk Austin

Enjoy a mid-morning stroll with a great cup of coffee while our expert guide gives you all the history of Austin, plus, the inside scoop on the best places to eat, drink, listen to live music, or just explore.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CULTURE    

THE OFF-THE-BEATEN-PATH GUIDE TO AUSTIN

 

 

LBJWC-Home

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Discover Austin: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center – Episode 77

 

 

www.wildflower.org

 

 

 

Guide to Six Square: Austin’s African American Cultural Heritage District

 

 

 

 

 

Austin Texas. America’s Coolest City and Live Music Capital of the World

 

 

 

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 WATCH THE CONGRESS AVENUE BATS FLY

 

There’s no denying it: Austin is a little different.

The most liberal city … Austin stands out among the crowd. Full of amazing food, quirky street art, a laid-back vibe, and friendly locals, there’s just no way you can’t love Austin.

Check out more about a little different Austin

 

 

8 AWESOMELY WEIRD THINGS TO DO IN AUSTIN

 

 

 

Whether you’re a vegan, ramen fanatic, or simply love wining and dining, you’ll be more than satisfied with what’s on offer. Hungry yet? Here are the absolute best restaurants in Austin right now.

Where to Eat in Austin Right Now

 

 

Moxy Austin – a funky, upbeat and unconventional hotel with a youthful, fun vibe

 

 

Top 20 Cool and Unusual Hotels in Austin 2022

 

 

 

 

 

 

Life has no limitations, except the ones you make. ~ Les Brown

 

 

 

 

Aubrey Arms—a picture from some where in the UK—see below possibly Wales:  I need to label my pictures—but this was way back when I was using film.

 

 

 

The name Aubrey was brought to England in the great wave of migration following the Norman Conquest of 1066. The Aubrey family lived in Brecknock, Wales, where Sir Reginald Aubrey was granted lands in 1088. The name is topographic in origin and indicates that its original bearer once lived in a place planted with elder trees. The name also may be derived from a batismal name meaning “the son of Aubrey.” In this case, the name would have been Albreda in the feminine form and Aubrey in the masculine form.

 

 

Aubrey History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

 

 

January 1:  Feast of the Circumcision of Christ

 

Then as now January 1 was regarded as New Year Day, although the date (year)–up to 1752–did not change until 25 March.

Holy Days

Carlotte Hodgman & Nicholas ORM 8

BBC History Revealed

 

 

 

Top 75 Florida events, fairs & festivals: Updated with cancellations

 

 

Edinburgh

National Gallery

New Town

Belford Rd

Amid extensive grounds, a classical 19th c school

Vuillard and Picasso

Magritle & Lichtenstein

Old Masters

laid out chronological order

Ruben, Rembrant, Van Dyck. Gainsborough,

Reynolds

in a kayak, go island hopping in the Indian River Lagoon

 

 

 

 

The Woman from Planet X     Kirsten Weiss Release Date: February 28, 2022 In need of a relaxing vacation, Susan heads to small-town Nevada with her boyfriend and dog in tow. But instead of taking a break, she’ll need to put her sleuthing skills to the test when she gets tangled up in the case of a local knitter’s murder.

 

 

 

How to make proper Cornish pasties, the English hand pie that dates back centuries

 

 

 

The 15-Foot Wave Of Beer That Flooded London In 1814

 

It all started around around 4:30 in the afternoon when a clerk  at a brewery in  the St. Giles area of London, noted that one of the iron rings that held a huge fermentation tanks together had broken.   Evidentally this type of thing occurred yearly and he was instructed to make a note of the damage to be repaired and it would be taken care of later.

 

 

 

Jolly Splendid London Walk Around St. Giles and Charing Cross Road

 

  The problem was that the tank that had suffered the damage was full and the damaged area was being pressed on by hundreds (or more) pound of pressure with no relief to the already damaged ring.  And this pressure continued until just a hour later when the tank burst and St. Gilees flooded with beer with a 15 foot wave of the brew that swept thru the streets.   The force of the spouting hot beer took out the 25 foot brewery wall and  ruptured several more tanks behind it.

 

In minutes, the brewery and the surrounding area (St. Giles) was under about 120,000 gallons of the dark brown beer and eight people died–several of whom had been attending a wake for a small child.  The brewery managed to keep brewing after the flood, but use of these big tanks was gradually replaced with other safer forms of containment.  It would move out of the area in the 1920’s and permanently out of business in the 1960’s.

Part of the brewery site is now occupied by

 

 

 

Dominion Theatre
268-269 Tottenham Court Road
London
W1T 7AQ

A Grade II listed art deco theatre in the heart of London

Current Production:

Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story on Stage

Now until 16 Apr 2022

 

 

But London wasn’t the only place to be destroyed by a flood of human in take items

 

Why the Great Molasses Flood Was So Deadly

 

 

Day Trip from London To Rye | Rye, England | English Countryside Tour | Trip Buddy

 

Another local favorite, Paul McCartney, who bought a 160-acre farm just outside of Rye in 1975.  The former Beatle has apparently been self-isolating there with his family during the lock down and is ocassionally spoted in the town.

Historic  Towns:  Rye

 

 

 

Sir Paul McCartney’s Sussex farm among most searched celeb houses

 

 

 

 

Gulf Breeze Zoo

 

Easter

April 17, 2022 9pm to 5pm

Hop on over to Gulf Breeze Zoo for an egg-citing time.

 

5701 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563

 

 

 

 

 

Mill Cove Complex “A Truly Significant Site”

 

 

 

 

Norton-Radstock Travel Guide

 

Norton Radstock:  Midsumer Norton

St. Chad’s Well

“Situated at the spot called the Island.  Difficult to say why this spring bears the name of St. Chad.  Over the rocks from beneath which the water comes is an inscription recording the fact that the mother of Major Frerick S. Savage, of the 68th Regiment, who died 31s March, 1866, in accordance with his wish, improved the spring and erected the memorial to him.  The place does not seem to have been called St. Chad’s Well until the above date, and it is not so named  either in the tithe map or in old deeds.  Tongue notes “General Tonic and Curative Purposes” here.

The Holly Wells of Somerset

 

 

Midsomer Norton

 

 

 

Want to spend some time on a beautiful pristine island paradise? Join us on the Egmont Key Ferry

 

 

A Peaceful Isle on a Busy Bay

It sets at the mouth of Tampa Bay just three miles off the northern tip of Anna Maria Island 

 

 

Historic Edgemont Key is all but deserted except for her visitors by ferry and other watercraft.   A small island two miles in length and a half in width.

 

 

 

Egmont Key | The Lighthouse and the Abandoned Ruins of Fort Dade the Ghost Town Island of Tampa Bay

 

 

It contains Fort Dade which dates to 1900 and was put there during the Spanish American War.  There is also a light house here–the sixth brightest in Florida.

 

 

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Egmont Key – Fort Dade – Egmont Key Lighthouse

The light house is still active —the original facility was destroyed by a hurricane in 1848, only  a few months after its completion.  The island itself was said to be  been completely covered by the hurricane generated waves– The lighthouse keeper and his family were said to have rode out the storm on the island in a boat attached to some trees (that were submerged but did not break or uproot)  The light house was restored in 1849, but I never heard if the original lighthouse keeper and his family returned or not—my bet would be NOT.

 

 

Welcome to Egmont Key State Park

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

https://www.facebook.com/Elenas-Mystic-Shop-406050740178025/

 

 

 

Cassadaga Spiritualist Camp—Volusia Co         

Florida—-March Events

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Where Can Americans Travel Right Now?

 

Abbey of the Black Cross:  Kay carried Ywaine here to be healed after a treacherous attack on King Mark, and thus it would seem to be in Cornwall probably in a northern part of the modern country, within easy reach of Tintagel

The King Arthur Companion

Phyllis Ann Karr

(if you go back on this blog to June 2016 you can enjoy Cornwall—I stayed in Tintagel —with me.  I was there for a month all on my own—-lots of pictures and stuff about the area, and more.)

 

 

 

Chocolate Chip-Banana Muffins

 

 

 

Taken on a visit to Highgate

Old-Fashioned Cinnamon Rolls 

 

 

Ok found one more thing before I put this out today:

 

 

 

 Feb. 19th – Apr. 3rd

FREE Parking!

 

 

Let’s Make Your 16th Century Visit, The Most Memorable Experience

This weekend is:

 

Bring your dog & pirate pals for our Pirates & Pups weekend! This weekend will showcase pup rescue groups, pup training demonstrations & contests for dogs. Not only are there activities for your pups, but also for you!

 

Next weekend

 

 

See the rest of the weekend themes:

  https://www.bayarearenfest.com/themeweekends/

 

MORE:

 

 

 

Dade City Florida Accommodations

I use to go to this but it was closer in Tampa then—use to get all done up—made my own costumes and we had SOOOO much fun…..I can’t say too much about the current one as haven’t been lately —-but it certainly looks like there’s all manner of fun stuff going on.  Check it out and see you might enjoy these things like me.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Finally Some more of my pics:   this one immediately above is an interesting vase I saw in a local store.

                       and the one below is one of my church pictures in my wandering about the British Isles

Oh and the main picture is a Pub from the same group of pictures of England—-but  a bit less holy part of my rambling about the UK.

 

 

 

 

A life without cause is a life without effect. ~ Barbarella

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Songs and Tales of the Old Chisholm Trail – YouTube

 

 

But let’s get back to that cow drive and the trail  well I know from my reading that it had several names—but the one I know it by is the Chisholm Trail  and it ran thru the middle of Texas from bottom to top eventually ending in Kansas.

And what surprised me in my reading is that they drove millons of longhorns—those horns are enough to keep me away from them……and there were actually millions of them—at least 6 million from what I’d read….most of this was a large part in Texas recovery after the Civil War and did much to improve their economy, seriously helped with their recovery and was the foundation for their still strong cattle industry—though they haven’t done these major cow drives were for many, many years.

 

 

 

The spirit of the Old West lives on in cattle towns

 

 

I also found that there were many other cattle trails during this time—-so if you’re interested you might pick some place closer to your own home—-or pick several places  that you can drive to and really see the west and maybe even experience some of the real feelings and places of that era that we have long kept alive in books, TV and movies.

For Example:

 

 

 

Found this saying about Texas I

hadn’t heard before:

 

“Other states were carved or born, Texas grew from hide and horn.”

 

 

 

 

TEXAS STATE SYMBOLS

 

 

 

 

 

The End of Spanish Texas-Texas History #18  

Did you know that Texas first pulled away from Mexico (1835-36) and stayed independent of every one for about 9 years when it was claimed by the US and annexed as the 28 th State.

 

 

 

Dec 29, 1845 CE: Texas Becomes a State

How did that work out?  Well not really great and by 1861 (to ’65) Texas had become part of the South—that had suceeded and formed the Confederate States and spent most of its freedom fighting Yankees.

Texas Civil War Museum

Oh by the way did you know the last battle of that war was May 12, 1865 and that the final battle of the Civil War took place at Palmito Ranch, Texas. It was a Confederate victory.

 

 

 

Palmito Ranch Battlefield State Historic Site

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The railroad, the cattle trails, and the legends of Abilene history:  Old Abilene remembers all the cattle trails.  Check it out.

 

 

 

  So the war was over and a couple of years later in Abelene, Kansas a cattle terminal was set up as a point that cattlemen in Texas and the like could bring their cattle to the town and from there the railroad would take them to states interested in getting the beef.

 

 

And it wasn’t too long before the Texas Cowboys headed north herding their cattle to the terminal which was in full operating mode by 1871 with 700,000 cattle having reached the terminal and the drives continued on into the 1880’s when the use began to decrease and was at an end by about 1889.

 

 

There were multiple reasons for the trail(s) demise:  New rail road lines and spurs were moving into more states, including Texas which would prove so much more profitiable than the long drives that they had been doing.  Barb wire and home steads were doing away with the open plans which the cattle were driven through and an over-abundance of Texas Castle.

Like a cowboy’s therapy: The Green River Drift’s 70-mile cattle drive

 

 

 

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Cattle Queen of Montana | Old Cowboy Movie | WESTERN | Action | Full Length Movie   Free again

 

 

 

The 8 Best Cattle Drive Vacations to Take in the US

 

 

 

OK next week we’ll take you to a major Texas city that was on the Chisholm back in the day—-hint there’s even a hotel here built by the proceeds of the trail which is still there and has been converted back to a lush place to stay….we’ll find you spots that are related to the trail and the drives—–but we’ll also find all manners of other stuff today so you have a well rounded vacation which should have something for the whole family or if it’s just you a wider variety to keep you open to all manner of what the world has to offer—or at least we’ll try.

 

 

 

 

The Top Wild West Towns You Can Visit Today

 

 

 

Bridging the Chisholm Trail through Indian Territory—Oklahoma