Along the banks of Buffalo Bayou; Houston was founded by John and Augustus Allen on August 30; 1836. The city was named after Gen. Sam Houston; a prominent military hero of the Texas Revolution. After the Civil War ended; Houston flourished as agricultural; industrial; and commercial interests generated economic growth. In 1901; the discovery of oil at nearby Spindletop ushered in a new era; fueled by the addition of an inland port when the Houston Ship Channel was dredged in 1914. During the latter half of the 20th century; energy; space exploration; and the medical sciences placed this city on the world stage. Big dreams; big discoveries; hard work; and a little luck made Houston the thriving city it is today.
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0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Jewish Chicago: A Pictorial HistoryBy Julia N. EulenbergThese little "brown books" are everywhere and detail photos and bits of history that just wont fit into the big history books. This was very useful. And it arrived in good condition and in a timely manner.1 of 2 people found the following review helpful. loved itBy lindaBeing from Chicago and Jewish. it was a real "kick" to look at all these pictures and memories. Have fun with it!0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy alvin polanskygood
