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Corpus Christi
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- 130 pages
- Reading time
- 5 hours
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The book explores the rich history of Corpus Christi, a vibrant vacation spot and significant military town. It recounts the legend of Spanish explorer Alonso Alvarez de Pineda, who named the bay in 1519, and highlights Henry L. Kinney's establishment of a trading post in the 1830s that contributed to the city's growth into a major Texas port. The narrative emphasizes the city's unique blend of industrial development and environmental appreciation, showcasing its bilingual and bicultural heritage rooted in both Mexican and American influences.
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Corpus Christi, Scott Williams
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- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- Corpus Christi
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Scott Williams
- Publisher
- Arcadia Publishing Library Editions
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 130
- ISBN13
- 9781531637682
- Category
- Maps and Travel, World history, Geography / Topography
- Description
- The book explores the rich history of Corpus Christi, a vibrant vacation spot and significant military town. It recounts the legend of Spanish explorer Alonso Alvarez de Pineda, who named the bay in 1519, and highlights Henry L. Kinney's establishment of a trading post in the 1830s that contributed to the city's growth into a major Texas port. The narrative emphasizes the city's unique blend of industrial development and environmental appreciation, showcasing its bilingual and bicultural heritage rooted in both Mexican and American influences.