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  • El Camino Real de los Tejas

    Series series Images of America
    The Royal Road of the Tejas Indians, El Camino Real de los Tejas, was born hundreds of years ago when the Native Americans followed routes used by buffalo and other animals, realizing that these early creatures knew the best paths to take. Also known as Kings Highway, it later became a major thoroughfare used by travelers from the East coming to Louisiana, Texas, and Mexico. In 2004, El Camino ... Read more

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    In an attempt to shield her from further trauma, eight-year -old Velma was expected to stay home with her younger sisters. She could not attend her mother’s burial. The cemetery was not too fa r from their home so she walked, unseen, to the site and climbed a tree at the perimeter. From that vantage point, she watched the process play out. What did she think suspended there between heaven and ... Read more

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  • Historic Bridges of Milam County

    Series series Images of America
    Milam County, located in the heart of Central Texas, is home to 18 historic bridges that were constructed through the years to accommodate the growth of the county. One bridge, Worley Bridge, has been fully restored in a cooperative effort between Milam County and the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT). TXDOT is an important partner in the preservation of these historic structures. ... Read more

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    Pliny Says

    Pliny the Elder’s Radical Take on Healing Chronic Illness

    Unabridged

    5 hours 31 min

    Dear Listener,We see you, a would-be but reluctant swimmer, standing at the edge of the pool, toes curled around the concrete lip, hesitating.Let us say this:Timidity is not helpful here. Just dive in.LISTEN TO THE BLASTED BOOK!(We are not angry, just wanting to convey emphasis.).- PlinyThat is Pliny, the voice that introduced itself to me several years ago as the collecti... ... Read more

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  • America's National Security Architecture

    Rebuilding the Foundation

    In August 2016, the Aspen Strategy Group examined how to reform America’s national security decision-making process. The papers in this volume provide practical solutions to repair the key functions of Washington’s executive departments, agencies, and advisory bodies responsible for shaping U.S. foreign policy and national security. ... Read more

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