John Bell Hood died in New Orleans on this day in 1879. Yellow fever had taken the life of his wife and eldest daughter just days before, and on August 30, he too succumbed. Former foe, William T. Sherman, sent a note of condolence upon the death of Hood’s wife, but it is unlikely it reached him in time. “I cannot help thinking of that wonderful and beautiful group of children you paraded before us last winter at your home in New Orleans…and now write you this simple note to tell you that here in Washington there is one who thinks of you in your bereavement, and of those motherless children.” Born in Kentucky and educated at West Point, Hood served in the U.S. Army before the Civil War. In 1861, he resigned his commission and offered his services to the Confederacy. He experienced a meteoric rise through the ranks owing, in part, to his willingness to be aggressive and bold. This boldness paid off in July 1864 when, at just 33 years of age, he was promoted to command of the Army of Tennessee. His daring offensive was not enough, however, to save Atlanta from Sherman, and eventually he led his army north through Tennessee, arriving in Franklin on November 30. When the war was over, Hood married Anna Marie Hennen, and they had 11 children in just over 10 years. This included 3 sets of twins. He worked as a cotton merchant, and later, as president of American Life Insurance Company and was known for his philanthropic endeavors. Following his death, his 10 remaining children were adopted by families all over the nation.
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Hood was a great division general. When he became a general of a Corp and army he failed. He lost Atlanta and ruined the Army of Tennessee at Franklin. He caused the death of Generals Granbury and Cleburn.
The Ramay-Macatee Speaker Series Thursday November 7.For more info and tickets please visit granburylive.com/acts/ramay-macatee-speaker-series/
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Authors S.C. “Sam” Gwynne, Stephen Harrigan and Judge Ken Wise are all authors and historians and are giants in their field. The subject? Our beloved Texas! This won’t be a history lecture but rather an entertaining evening of storytelling, factual, historically accurate storytelling. Thursday November 7thTickets and more information at granburylive.com/acts/ramay-macatee-speaker-series
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Justice Ken Wise will be the moderator of the round table format with authors S.C. “Sam” Gwynne and Stephen Harrigan. All three historians are giants in their field. The subject? Our beloved Texas, about which the three gentlemen are well versed. This won’t be a history lecture but rather an entertaining evening of storytelling - factual, historically accurate storytelling. Thursday November 7th The Ramay~Macatee Speaker Series 10th Anniversarygranburylive.com/acts/ramay-macatee-speaker-series/
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Thorp Springs in Hood County.The first photo likely shows Pleasant and Nancy Thorp around their September 1842 wedding. A pioneer from Virginia, Pleasant settled his family on the west banks of the Brazos River in 1854, naming the spot after himself and nearby springs. He spent nearly 40 years turning his vision of an important town into reality. By his death in 1890, the 81-year-old had seen his dream come true. The second photo contrasts with later, more somber images of them.
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Yes.
FYI: It’s Thorp Spring.
Steam Engine Enthusiasts, Save The Date Oct. 10 & 11.The historic BIG BOY 4014 will roll into FTW!Seeing the Big Boy 4014 in person is an awe-inspiring experience. This is a rare steam locomotive, one of only 25 built for the Union Pacific and still running in the US. This fall, it will be on display in Fort Worth as part of its Heartland of America Tour.October 10: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.October 11: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: 221 W. Lancaster Ave Fort Worth.Admission is free. Visitors can also explore the Union Pacific Rail Car, a restored baggage car turned traveling museum showcasing the history and modern railroading.fwtx.com/events/big-boy-no.-4014-heartland-america-tour-fort-worth-display/ @followers Fort Worth MagazineUnion Pacific Railroad
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Thorp Springs in Hood County News.The first photo likely shows Pleasant and Nancy Thorp around their September 1842 wedding. A pioneer from Virginia, Pleasant settled his family on the west banks of the Brazos River in 1854, naming the spot after himself and nearby springs. He spent nearly 40 years turning his vision of an important town into reality. By his death in 1890, the 81-year-old had seen his dream come true. The second photo contrasts with later, more somber images of them.
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He came to Texas in 1839 and received several patents of land in what was then Johnson County.
Thorpe Spring.
A very interesting episode. Join Judge Wise along with SC Gwynne and Stephen Harrigan on Nov 7 for The Ramay~Macatee Speaker Series 10th Anniversary.
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Justice Ken Wise, host of the popular podcast Wise About Texas will moderate the roundtable discussion of this year's The Ramay~Macatee Speaker Series 10th Anniversary happening on Thursday November 7th.Limited seating buy.ticketstothecity.com/purchase.php?date_id=55103Hear about a one of a kind Texas revolver in the latest episode of Wise About Texas at wiseabouttexas.com/ep-130-the-sisterdale-revolver/ #texas #texashistory #gun #civilwar #hillcountry #german
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