Author: Marguerite R. PlummerPublisher: HPN Books
ISBN: 1893619087
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Historic Shreveport-Bossier
Author: Marguerite R. PlummerPublisher: HPN Books
ISBN: 1893619087
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
On the Black Side of Shreveport
Author: Willie BurtonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : African Americans
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
The Blacker the Berry
Author: Willie BurtonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : African Americans
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
Shreveport Martyrs of 1873: The Surest Path to Heaven
Author: Very Reverend Peter B. Mangum, JCL; W. Ryan Smith, MA; Cheryl H. White, PhDPublisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1467150908
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
In the autumn of 1873, one of the worst yellow fever epidemics in U.S. history swept through Shreveport. As the deadly scourge claimed a quarter of the town's population, the dedicated efforts of five missionary priests offered a call to hope, even as they laid down their own lives in the struggle. True martyrdom is vanishingly rare, extolled as the highest possible sacrifice, yet Shreveport bore abundant witness through these five saintly priests. Their heroism in the midst of this tragic chapter is captured here by a trio of authors, winding a narrative that transcends history to reveal complex themes of virtue, sacrifice and response in times of human crisis and suffering.
Shreveport, a History
Author: Maude Hearn O'PryPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Shreveport (La.)
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
Eric Brock's Shreveport
Author: Brock, Eric J.Publisher: Pelican Publishing
ISBN: 9781455603862
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Today, Shreveport boasts the largest collection of important twentieth-century buildings in the state of Louisiana, and is surpassed only by New Orleans in the number of locations listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Well-known Shreveport historian Eric J. Brock details the history of the city's commerce, civic development, neighborhoods, architecture, cemeteries, peculiar events, culture, religion, and education. Based on his columns for the long-running series, "The Presence of the Past," which appeared weekly in the Shreveport JournalPage, it is the result of many years of documentation and research. One can witness the breakup of the Great Raft, relive the yellow fever epidemic of 1873, sing along at the Louisiana Hayride, and retrace the steps of Martin Luther King, Jr. Written in response to an overwhelming number of requests and suggestions for a book of its kind, Eric Brock's Shreveport should fill the void for academic books depicting the area.
Shreveport in Vintage Postcards
Author: Eric J. BrockPublisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738517469
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Between the end of the 19th century and the present day, roughly 2,000 postcards were produced depicting scenes and landmarks in the city of Shreveport and the surrounding area. Most of these were made and distributed during the golden age of postcards, from approximately 1905 through the 1920s. In all, more than half of Shreveport's 170-year history is represented on postcards. Ranging from advertising and promotional cards to scenic views and fold-out souvenirs, the cards showcased the community's growth and development.
Shreveport
Author: Eric J. BrockPublisher: Arcadia Library Editions
ISBN: 9781531660468
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
Shreveport, Louisiana, is a town with a history as fascinating as it is long. From the settlement of the area at the start of the nineteenth century, through the city's founding in 1836, to Shreveport's role as state capital during the Civil War, up until its present-day role as one of Louisiana's leading cities, figures ranging from snagboat operators to Huey P. Long have worked, lived, and played in this city by the Red River.
History of the Shreveport Times
Author: Publisher:
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Category : Times (Shreveport, La.)
Languages : en
Pages : 568
Book Description
Shreveport: Faces of the Past
Author: Eric J. BrockPublisher: Arcadia Library Editions
ISBN: 9781531609580
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
A city's history is made by its people, and for over 165 years the people of Shreveport, Louisiana have been building a rich heritage. From everyday residents to community leaders, from educators and clergy to entertainers and celebrities, Shreveport's citizens have created a lasting legacy. Here, readers are presented with a collective portrait of the city, including images from both its distant and not-so-distant past. Photographs of ordinary as well as extraordinary people, revealing their lives and their culture, preserve significant moments in time. While it is not possible to include them all in a single book, this volume does much to create a picture of the numerous talented, industrious, and spirited citizens who have contributed to the community's development. Their names are found on local streets, parks, buildings, and monuments; yet, their stories are often unknown. In this volume, readers will meet some of these colorful figures, putting faces with the names that present-day Shreveport residents know so well.