Download or read book The Texas Rangers written by Mike Cox and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2008-03-18 with total page 509 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Texas writer/historian Mike Cox explores the inception and rise of the famed Texas Rangers. Starting in 1821 with just a handful of men, the Rangers' first purpose was to keep settlers safe from the feared and gruesome Karankawa Indians, a cannibalistic tribe that wandered the Texas territory. As the influx of settlers grew, the attacks increased and it became clear that a much larger, better trained force was necessary. From their tumultuous beginning to their decades of fighting outlaws, Comanche, Mexican soldados and banditos, as well as Union soldiers, the Texas Rangers became one of the fiercest law enforcement groups in America. In a land as spread-out and sparsely populated as the west itself, the Rangers had unique law-enforcement responsibilities and challenges. The story of the Texas Rangers is as controversial as it is heroic. Often accused of vigilante-style racism and murder, they enforced the law with a heavy hand. But above all they were perhaps the defining force for the stabilization and the creation of Texas. From Stephen Austin in the early days through the Civil War, the first eighty years of the Texas Rangers is nothing less then phenomenal, and the efforts put forth in those days set the foundation for the Texas Rangers that keep Texas safe today. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Download or read book Reminiscences of a Ranger written by Horace Bell and published by . This book was released on 1881 with total page 508 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Arizona Rangers written by Joseph Miller and published by Hastings House Book Publishers. This book was released on 1972 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Texas Rangers in Transition written by Charles H. Harris and published by University of Oklahoma Press. This book was released on 2019-04-25 with total page 559 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Official Texas Ranger Bicentennial™ Publication Newly rich in oil money, and all the trouble it could buy, Texas in the years following World War I underwent momentous changes—and those changes propelled the transformation of the state’s storied Rangers. Charles H. Harris III and Louis R. Sadler explore this important but relatively neglected period in the Texas Rangers’ history in this book, a sequel to their award-winning The Texas Rangers and the Mexican Revolution: The Bloodiest Decade, 1910–1920. In a Texas awash in booze and oil in the Prohibition years, the Rangers found themselves riding herd on gamblers and bootleggers, but also tasked with everything from catching murderers to preventing circus performances on Sunday. The Texas Rangers in Transition takes up the Rangers’ story at a time of political turmoil, as the largely rural state was rapidly becoming urban. At the same time, law enforcement was facing an epidemic of bank robberies, an increase in organized crime, the growth of the Ku Klux Klan, Prohibition enforcement—new challenges that the Rangers met by transitioning from gunfighters to criminal investigators. Steeped in tradition, reluctant to change, the agency was reduced to its nadir in the depths of the Depression, the victim of slashed appropriations, an antagonistic governor, and mediocre personnel. Harris and Sadler document the further and final change that followed when, in 1935, the Texas Rangers were moved from the governor’s control to the newly created Department of Public Safety. This proved a watershed in the Rangers’ history, marking their transformation into a modern law enforcement agency, the elite investigative force that they remain to this day.

Download or read book The Forest Ranger s Return written by Leigh Bale and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2014-02-01 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Soldier's Second Chance After being injured in Afghanistan, former soldier Dal Savatch thought he'd lost everything. But working on a horse ranch for disabled children teaches him to appreciate the life he still has. When the new forest ranger in town turns out to be Dal's first love, his tranquil world is turned upside down. For years, Julie Granger's been carrying a painful secret that's prevented her from having what she wants most: a family. Reuniting with Dal has her suddenly believing in dreams she thought were long buried. Can two wounded souls find healing and happiness in a future together?

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Download or read book Message from the President of the United States to the Two Houses of Congress written by United States. President (1845-1849 : Polk) and published by . This book was released on 1847 with total page 1678 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Message from the President of the United States to the Two Houses of Congress at the Commencement of the Session of the Congress written by United States. President and published by . This book was released on 1847 with total page 780 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Six Years with the Texas Rangers 1875 to 1881 written by James B. Gillett and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 1921 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author recounts his six years of service with the Texas Rangers, describing such events as the Mason County War, the capture of Sam Bass, and the pursuit of Chief Victorio's Apaches.

Download or read book Six Years With the Texas Rangers written by James B. Gillett and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-22 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'Six Years With the Texas Rangers' by James B. Gillett, readers are presented with a firsthand account of Gillett's experiences serving as a Texas Ranger in the late 19th century. The book is written in a straightforward and descriptive style, filled with details of his adventures, the challenges he faced, and the strategic tactics employed by the Rangers. This memoir serves as a valuable historical document, shedding light on the law enforcement efforts in the rugged frontier of Texas during a tumultuous period of American history. Gillett's vivid storytelling immerses readers in the daily life of a Ranger, providing a unique perspective on the dangerous and often violent realities of the Wild West. James B. Gillett's personal insights and observations offer readers a glimpse into the bravery and camaraderie that defined the Texas Rangers. His dedicated service and commitment to upholding justice in a lawless land make 'Six Years With the Texas Rangers' a compelling and enlightening read for those interested in the history of the American West.

Download or read book My Six Years with the Texas Rangers written by James B. Gillett and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-24 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Six years with the Texas Rangers is a memoir of James B. Gillett, a lawman of the Old West, mostly well known due to his service as a Texas Ranger, and as a member of the Texas Rangers Hall of Fame. The author brings many authentic, exciting stories from his career including famous capture of the Baca brothers and battles with Apaches.

Download or read book Six Years With the Texas Rangers 1875 to 1881 written by James B. Gillett and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-27 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'Six Years With the Texas Rangers: 1875 to 1881,' James B. Gillett provides a detailed and engaging account of his time serving with the Texas Rangers in the late 19th century. This memoir offers a firsthand look at the challenges and triumphs of law enforcement in the tumultuous post-Civil War era. Gillett's writing style is straightforward and descriptive, allowing readers to vividly imagine the harsh landscapes and dangerous encounters that he faced. The book is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the role of the Texas Rangers in maintaining order on the frontier. Gillett's narrative is both informative and entertaining, making it a compelling read for those interested in the history of the American West. James B. Gillett's personal experiences as a Texas Ranger provide him with the unique perspective necessary to recount the events of his time with authenticity and detail. His firsthand knowledge of the challenges faced by law enforcement officers in the late 19th century adds depth and credibility to his account. Gillett's dedication to preserving the history of the Texas Rangers is evident in his meticulous recounting of his experiences, making this memoir a valuable contribution to the understanding of this iconic law enforcement agency. I highly recommend 'Six Years With the Texas Rangers: 1875 to 1881' to readers who are interested in the history of the American West, law enforcement, or personal memoirs. Gillett's narrative offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal period in American history and provides valuable insights into the lives of those who helped shape the frontier society of the era.

Download or read book One Ranger Returns written by H. Joaquin Jackson and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A retired Texas lawman shares stories of serial killers, labor strikes, and more, in this sequel to the runaway bestselling memoir One Ranger. No Texas Ranger memoir has captured the public’s imagination like Joaquin Jackson’s One Ranger. Readers thrilled to Jackson’s stories of catching criminals and keeping the peace across a wide swath of the Texas-Mexico border and clamored for more. Now in One Ranger Returns, Jackson reopens his case files to tell more unforgettable stories, while also giving readers a deeply personal view of what being a Texas Ranger has meant to him and his family. Jackson recalls his five-year pursuit of two of America’s most notorious serial killers: Henry Lee Lucas and Ottis Toole. He sets the record straight about the role of the Texas Rangers during the United Farm Workers strike in the Rio Grande Valley in 1966–1967. Jackson also describes the frustration of trying to solve a cold case from 1938, the brutal murder of a mother and daughter in the lonely desert east of Van Horn. He presents a rogue’s gallery of cattle rustlers, drug smugglers, and a teetotaling bootlegger named Tom Bybee, a modest, likeable man who became an ax murderer. And in an eloquent concluding chapter, Jackson pays tribute to the Rangers who have gone before him, as well as those who keep the peace today. “To the good fortune of us all, Jackson is back again, this time with One Ranger Returns. Packed full of compelling accounts of his dealings with smugglers, thieves, murderers, and other lawmen, this long-anticipated sequel promises to rival the original. This man is a true American hero. Don’t miss reading about his adventures.” —Cowboy Magazine

Download or read book Mission of the North American People Geographical Social and Political written by William Gilpin and published by . This book was released on 1874 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Mission of the North American People Geographical Social and Political Illustrated by Six Charts Delineating the Physical Architecture and Thermal Laws of All the Continents written by William GILPIN (Governor of the Territory of Colorado.) and published by . This book was released on 1873 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Doniphan s Expedition written by John Taylor Hughes and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A teacher turned soldier, John T. Hughes like so many other volunteers saw in the outbreak of the Mexican War the possibility for adventure and glory. He joined the First Regiment of Missouri Mounted Volunteers and announced that he planned to write a history of his fighting unit commanded by Col. Alexander Doniphan, who would come to be regarded as among the finest volunteer officers of the war. The result of Hughes's efforts certainly is one of the most colorful personal accounts of the Mexican War ever written. Doniphan's Expedition follows the regiment on its grueling 850-mile march from Fort Leavenworth, present-day Kansas, along the Santa Fe Trail, to invade Mexico. Along the way, Hughes observes and describes in impressive detail the discipline, morale, and effectiveness of the civilian soldiers encountering hardships on the rough plains and deserts. He gives their impressions of Santa Fe and offers valuable insight into the military occupation of that city. As significant cultural history, this account also chronicles the fears and prejudices of the soldiers meeting a seemingly strange people in a strange land. Furthermore, Hughes provides an excellent first-hand account of the two battles of the expedition: the Battle of Brazito and the Battle of Sacramento. First published in 1847, Doniphan's Expedition is now once again made available, with a new foreword by Joseph G. Dawson III, to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Mexican War. General readers will find this book to be an enthralling examination of another time and place in U.S. and Mexican military and cultural history. Historians will rediscover a significant contribution to Mexican War literature.