Waco

by Eric S. Ames

Book Overview

Founded in 1849, Waco is located near an ancient spring on the banks of the Brazos River and has often been a city of contrasts. It has been home to Native Americans and a place of new beginnings for pioneers. It has produced a Texas governor named Coke and a soft drink called Dr Pepper. Waco boasts the first suspension bridge across the Brazos River and the first skyscraper in Texas--the 22-story ALICO Building. It is home to the largest Baptist...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0738571318
• ISBN13: 9780738571317
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.5" x 9.1"