Courts of the Order of the Alamo; 1940-1959

Pages slightly yellowed. Top corners bumped. Inside pages clean and binding is tight. A remarkable historical record chronicling two decades of San Antonios beloved Fiesta celebration and its royal traditions. Compiled by the Order of the Alamo, this volume presents portraits and biographical information about the Queens of the Court, Duchesses, and sponsors who participated in the Coronation of the Queen of the Order of the Alamo between 1940 and 1959. With elegant photography, period details, and a glimpse into Texas society and heritage, the book preserves an important cultural chapter in San Antonios history. A collectible reference for Texas historians, Fiesta enthusiasts, and those interested in regional pageantry and civic tradition.Third volume of the History of the Order of the Alamo. Details the individual Coronations and activities of the Order from 1940 through the brilliant 1959 Court of Courts. Courts include: Court of the Old South-1940, Legends-1941, War Period 1942-1945, Court of Honour-1946, Court of Holidays-1947, Empires-1948, Gaiety-1949, Islands-1950, A Thousand Nights and a Night-1951, Make-Believe-1952, Opera-1953, Mystic Sea-1954, Enchanted Dance-1955, Old Vienna-1956, Ageless Art-1957, Golden Journey-1958, Court of Courts-1959.

Product Info

Publisher: Order of the Alamo

Year: 1959-01-01

Type: Used

Binding: Softcover

Seller Info

HillCountryBooks

Address: 358 Skyland Dr Boerne, Texas

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Country: United States