This Used to Be San Antonio

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  • This Used to Be San Antonio Book Detail

  • Author : Gil Dominguez
  • Release Date : 2021-10-01
  • Publisher : Reedy Press LLC
  • Genre : History
  • Pages : 304
  • ISBN 13 : 1681063433
  • File Size : 7,7 MB

This Used to Be San Antonio by Gil Dominguez PDF Summary

Book Description: Wandering along the Riverwalk or exploring one of San Antonio’s unique historic neighborhoods, any curious traveler will inevitably begin to speculate about the past. Was that always a church, a market, or a museum? Find the answers to all your musings in This Used to Be San Antonio. From the iconic Alamo that played an indispensable role in the state’s and country’s history to a mansionturned-casino that was originally won in a card game, you’ll get a tour of these places paired with stories that will inform and sometimes surprise. Along the way, you’ll meet a colorful cast of characters who walked through those places in a totally different era. Local author and journalist Gil Dominguez brings an historian’s eye and penchant for detail to this revealing look at his hometown. His fascinating descriptions will bring you a better understanding of San Antonio’s history and culture, from major historical landmarks to prominent churches and military bases, all with a nod to the San Antonians who made these places important. Be transported through three centuries of history and find out what used to be in the Alamo City.

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