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Category Archives: Antebellum Period
Little Known Legends
In 1850, Allan Pinkerton met a Chicago attorney by the name of Edward Rucker. Together, they formed the North-Western Police Agency, later known as Pinkerton’s National Detective Agency. Around 1855, Pinkerton noted an increased demand for private detectives. Businessmen, large … Continue reading
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Mexican California and the Bear Flag Revolt
No one can fully understand the relationship between Mexico and the United States without also understanding the history of Spain, of New Spain, its transition to the Republic of Mexico, and of course the concomitant relationships between the American colonies … Continue reading
Terry’s Texas Rangers
Benjamin Franklin Terry (whom everyone called Frank) was born on 18 February 1821 in Russellville, Kentucky, the son of Joseph and Sarah Smith Terry. Joseph’s Grandfather was Nathaniel Terry; Sarah’s Grandfather was David Smith … both of whom served as … Continue reading
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