Author: Carlos Manuel Valdés Dávila

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With Ildefonso Dávila del Bosque. This book consists of documents translated from the paleography that portray the history of San Esteban de la Nueva Tlaxcala, the city founded adjacent to Saltillo for the Tlaxcaltecan indians sent north as allies of the Spainards to help settle the teritory and assist in the pacification of the Northern tribes. Saltillo, 1991 Consejo EDitorial del Estado 1st Ed., SPANISH TEXT, 263 Pgs., 8&1/2 x 11, PB.

Author: Carlos Federico Valdes Ramos

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The baptisms extracted for the period pertain to five families only. They are Cepeda, Flores, Ramos, Rodriguez and Valdes. Presented in spreadsheet format they are arranged first child with father and paternal grandparents, then by child, mother and maternal grandparents.San Antonio, 2008 Los Bexareños Genealogical Society 1st Ed., 166 Pgs., 8 &1/2 x 11, PB.

Author: Carlos Federico Valdes Ramos

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Covers entries of baptisms from January 6, 1820 to September 15, 1901 for the town now called Arteaga, Coahuila. Contains a brief history of Arteaga. The baptisms are presented in spreadsheet form arranged alphabetically by paternal surname and contains references to book, folio and act of the entry, date of baptism, parents and in many cases the grandparents. San Antonio, TX, 2005 Los Bexareños Genealogical Society 1st Ed., 213 Pgs., 8&1/2 x 11, PB.

Author: Carlos Federico Valdes Ramos

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Ramos Arizpe is located north of Saltillo and is now a suburb of that city. Initially called Valle de los Labores the name later became San Nicolas de la Capellania. It became a villa on May 19, 1850 and the name changed to Ramos Arizpe in honor of Miguel Ramos Arizpe known for his efforts in establishing a constitutional government in Mexico. The baptisms are presented by Surname in alphabetical order, with First Name, Folio Number, Act Number, Names of the Parents, and the Paternal and Maternal Grandparents in most cases. Presented in spreadsheet form. Some Spanish Text. San Antonio, Texas 2004 Los Bexarenos Genealogical Society, 171 Pgs., 8&1/2 x 11, PB.

Author: Carlos Federico Valdes Ramos

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The second volume on the Baptisms of Ramos Arispe, this one for the the period from 1880 up to 1899. Contains the same spreadsheet format as Volume I. Some Spanish text. San Antonio, 2004 Los Bexareños Genealogical Society, 1st Ed.,121 Pgs., 8 &1/2 x 11, PB.

Author: Carlos Federico Valdes Ramos

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Ramos Arizpe,located north of the city of Saltillo,is now a suburb of the city. First known as Valle de los Labores, it later became San Nicolas de la Capellania. On May 18,1850, the name was changed to Ramos Arizpe in honor of Maguel Ramos Arizpe who fought to establish a constitutional government. The churchs are The Church of thr Hacienda of Santa Maria and the Church of San Nicolas Tolentino.The marriage data is on a spreadsheet format showing the Husband , Wife, Date, Folio and Act Number, the Parents of the Groom and the Parents of the Bride. The data is sorted first alphabetically by Groom and then likewise by Bride. San Antonio, 2004 Los Bexarenos Genealogical Society 1st Ed., 88 Pgs., 8&1/2 x 11, PB.

Author: Reynaldo Anaya Valencia, et al

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Co-authored with Sonia R. García, Henry Flores, and José Roberto Juárez, Jr. The experience of Mexican Americans in the United States has been marked by oppression at the hands of the legal system, but has benefited also by appeals to the same system. Each chapter highlights historical contexts, relevant laws, and policy concerns for a specific issue. Also offers abridged versions for significant state and federal laws involving Mexican Americans. Illustrations. Tucson, 2004 University of Arizona Press, 2004 1st Printing, 197 Pgs., 6 x 9&1/4, PB.

Author: Lord Vansittart

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With a foreword by Edward R. Murrow. This bestselling book in England was made avialable in the United States with this American edition, which spoke of a concern at the time that the coming peace would not be lasting because of the German militant mentality, and their insatiable lust for world domination. Good. New York, N.Y., 1944 Avon Books, New Avon Library 1st American Ed., 161 Pgs., Mass Market Paperback.

Author: Beven Varnon

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Varnon was the editor of The Wimberly View started in 1976. Intended as a hobby the newsp[aper turned into a major weekly recognized throughout Texas winning dozens of journalistic awards. Varnon retired in 1981 to devote full time to writing and still resides in Wimberly. VG-very slight cover wear. Austin, TX, 1983 Eakin Press 1st Ed., 5&1/2 x 8&1/2, PB.

Author: Carlos B. Vega

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Contains biographies of women who helped shape new civilizations in the Americas some 500 years ago. Though the exploits of the conquistadores are well known little has been written about these powerful and influential women and their remarkable achievements. The book covers eight women in detail-María de Toledo, Beatriz de la Cueva, María Arias de Peñaloza, Ana Francisca de Borja, Isabel Barrios y Quirós, Isabel de Bobadilla, Francisca Pizarro and Leonor de Alvarado- and more than 40 others, Spanish, Indian and Black, who held a variety of leadership positions. The text is in Spanish and the book a bit pricey but great information, index and bibliography. Jefferson, North Carolina 2003 McFarland and Company, Inc. 1st Ed., 241 Pgs., 6 x 9, Trade PB.

Author: G. Roland Vela Muzquiz

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The story of Bernardo de Galvez is one of the greatest historical omissions in the popular history of the American Revolution. France is credited with helping the United States win the war but is is doubtful that the war could have been won without Spain's support. In effect Governor Galvez commanded the southern front of the Revolution giving George Washington time to concentrate in the East and George Rogers Clark in The West. Galvez defeated the British up and down the Mississippi and the Gulf of Mexico, never losing a battle. He had fought previously in the north of New Spain and later, after his governorship of Louisiana, became viceroy of Mexico. His star and that of his uncle José de Galvez shone bright in the establishment of the Americas. Dr. Vela's book is long overdue but it will help bring Galvez to the forefront of out nation's history where he can take his rightful place as a great American hero. Illustrated. Denton, TX 2006 Acacia Press 1st Ed. 260 Pgs., 5 &1/2 x 8&1/2, PB.

Author: G. Roland Vela Múzquiz

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Antonio López de Santa Anna, several times Mexican president and The commander of the Mexican forces at the Alamo, has neither been properly understood nor adequately portrayed in films. In classic stereoptyipcal fashion he is seen as a mad, bombastic, and ruthless one dimensional character. He was a product of his times and many other military leaders were no different. In reality Santa Anna was a very complex person who beat the odds many times to stay in power long after most men would have been defeated or retired. It is very gratifying that our friend and colleague, Dr. Vela, has set out to correct and clarify the record. His study reveals a multifaceted and intelligent man who erred as most have but who, with a loyal following faithful to him to the end, tried to improve Mexico and make it a modern country. This excellent third dimensional study of the man (men)is overdue and will significantly improve our knowledge of him and Texas history. Illustrated. Denton, TX 2003 Acacia Press 2nd Ed., 361 Pgs., 5&1/2 x 8&/12, Trade PB.

Author: don Andres Joseph de Velasco y Restan

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Contains a brief introduction and history of the Villa de Durango, the census by Surname, First Name and Occupation of the city of Durango Hacienda's, and Ranchos, with an index. The census is shown in spreadsheet form. San Antonio, Texas, 2004 Los Bexareños Genealogical Society 1st Ed., 77 Pgs., 8&1/2 x 11, PB.

Author: Ralph H. Vigil

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Illuminates the key role of the Oidor, or Royal Judge, appointed by the Spanish monarch to administer justice and law to settlers and subjects. Zorita administered competently but with a humanists interests in the cultures where he served in Santo Domingo, New Granada, Guatemala and New Spain. Zorita left many writings after retirement including thorough account of Aztec social structure and a bibliography of works about the Indies.2nd place Quincentennial Prize by Spanish Ministry of Culture. Norman, Okla. 1987 1st Ed., 382 Pgs.,

Author: Ralph H. Vigil, Ed.

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Also edited by Frances W. Kaye and John R. Wunder. Includes eight chapters by nationally known authors treating the Great Plains as a northern frontier of New Spain dispelling the myths of Anglo-American pioneers moving westward into a sea of grass opposed by proud Native peoples. Besides articles by Vigil and Wunder, Waldo R. Wedel,Félix D. Almaráz, Jr., Thomas E. Chávez, and Russell M. Magnaghi contribute. The book is new but has a slight bend in the upper right dust jacket. Niwot, CO 1994 University Press of Colrado 1st Ed., 6 x 9, 179 Pgs., HB.

Author: Victor Villaseñor

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Focusing on three generations of the author's kin, this non-fiction saga is an Hispanic "Roots", an All-American story of poverty, immigration struggle and success. Available in Spanish as Lluvia de Oro. Houston, 1991 1st Ed, HB, 112 Pgs.

Author: Sidney Louis Villere

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Subtitled, " The history and passenger lists of the islenos volunteer recruits and their families." This is a new reprint of this valuable work on the Canary Island families who came to Louisiana during the Spanish period. There are various accounts of the fifteen Canary Island families who started the first civil government in San Antonio, Texas but there were hundreds who settled in Louisiana in five settlements most arriving on eight ships. Contains an introduction and ten chapters. Baltimore, MD, 1997 Genealogical Publishing Company, Inc., 3rd Ed. 5&1/2 x 8&1/2, 94 Pgs., PB.

Author: Emma J. Virján

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We present this children's book as a headliner since the author is our first cousin and this is the first family book published by a major publishing company. Emma lives in Austin, Texas and has her own graphics design business. The book is for ages 1-4 and makes a very nice gift for a toddler's birthday. A sequel is in the works. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR. New York, 2008 Random House Children's Books 1st Ed., unpaginated, 7 x 7, HB

Author: John Vogt

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The first comprehensive history of Portuguese Mina and the trading station of Sao Jorge for the period. Portuguese Mina not only provided the greatest source of gold specie in all of Europe's possessions overseas, it was the prime source of royal revenue for the Portuguese monarchs until the opening of eastern commerce in 1499. The greatest figures of Portuguese exploration and discovery had direct association with the Mina trade, Vasco Da Gama, Bartholomew Dias, Nicolao Coelho, etc, as well as Christopher Columbus. Atlanta, 1979, 1st Ed. (ndc) 266 Pgs., HB.

Author: Rdward P. Von der Porten

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Foreword by Grand Admiral Karl Donitz. The gripping story of the navy that carried on a victorius campaign against allied shipping in the early years of World War II, Including the tracking of the Graf Spee and the hunting of the Bismarck. Illustrated. VG-Owner's name on inside cover. New York, N.Y. 1974 Ballantine Books, 1st Pr., 286 Pgs., Mass Market Paperback

Author: Stuart V. Voss

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Examines a period crucial to understanding the historical development of Latin America focusing on the repeated transformation of regions into ambiguous nations. The author covers a panorama of social, economic, and political forces in a style that addresses scholarship as well as pertinenet information for the general reader. 2002 Wilmington, De Scholarly Resources, Inc., SR Books 1st Ed., 296 Pgs., 6 x 9, HB.