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Texas Rangers Sesquicentennial Anniversary 1823-1973.
Texas Rangers
Other works by Texas RangersPublication: Heritage Publications Inc, 1973, Fort Worth
First edition. 4to. Gilt-stamped simulated leather, 176 pp. Illustrated with almost 450 photographs. "Pictorial Edition." Issued in celebration of the 150th Anniversary of the founding of the Texas Rangers, and in conjunction with the ground breaking for the new Texas Ranger Hall of Fame in Waco, Texas. Contains hundreds of historical photographs and portraits documenting famous Rangers, Ranger companies, frontier law enforcement, weapons, uniforms, badges, camps, and important episodes in Ranger history. An excellent pictorial history, and avidly sought. The front and rear endpapers have signatures of dozens of Texas Rangers and others who attended the anniversary celebration.
Previous owner's name in upper portion of the half title page, and wear to the spine panel, else a very good copy.
Inventory Number: 54628$475.00
