Three Years in Texas: Including a View of the Texan Revolution, and an Account of the Principle Battles, Together With Descriptions of the Soil, Commercial and Agricultural Advantages, &C

Joseph E. Field

ISBN 10: 0461937964 / ISBN 13: 9780461937961

Published by HardPress Ltd, 2021

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• Title: Three Years in Texas: Including a View of the Texan Revolution, and an Account of the Principle Battles, Together With Descriptions of the Soil, Commercial and Agricultural Advantages, &C
• Publisher: HardPress Ltd
• Publication Date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0461937964
• ISBN 13: 9780461937961
• Binding: Paperback / softback
• Condition: New
• Weight: 526 grams

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Three Years In Texas: Including A View Of The Texan Revolution, And An Account Of The Principle Battles, Together With Descriptions Of The Soil, Commercial And Agricultural Advantages, &C by Dr. Joseph E. Field. This is a firsthand historical narrative and travelogue recounting Field’s years in Texas, his involvement in the Texan Revolution, and detailed observations of the landscape, resources, and economy that shaped the region. The work blends military history with practical assessments of soil types, rivers, climate, timber, minerals, and agricultural potential, illustrating why Texas attracted settlers and how independence was pursued. It covers key political developments, colonization efforts, and major engagements such as the sieges and battles around San Antonio, including the Alamo era, as well as the experiences of Texian defenders and civilians. The text also presents life in early Texas, the interactions with Mexican authorities, and the costs of war, supplemented by notes and appendices that illuminate the broader historical context.