Carthage

Founded in a pine forest on the East Texas frontier, Carthage assumed the name of one of the greatest cities of the ancient world. Although Carthage, Texas, did not become a bustling metropolis, the community has enjoyed a long history as the type of stable town that forms the backbone of America. For more than a century and a half, residents have played roles--at times prominently--in the historical and cultural life of Texas and the nation. Carthage has produced decorated war heroes, internationally famous country music stars, a noted American historian, and a groundbreaking political figure. As the home of Tex Ritter, Gentleman Jim Reeves, Linda Davis, and the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame, the community has become a country music mainstay. Beyond its celebrities, however, Carthage has most importantly produced generation after generation of patriotic and hard-working men and women.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
Published: 08/26/2009
ISBN: 9780738571126
Pages: 128
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.40w x 0.40d

Review Citations: Reference and Research Bk News 08/01/2010 pg. 73