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[brochure] The Texas Iwo Jima Memorial
![[brochure] The Texas Iwo Jima Memorial, 1981-1986, p. 1](https://omeka.utrgv.edu/files/square_thumbnails/0ee5787f7ce60586b72056669dc01e2d.jpg "[brochure] The Texas Iwo Jima Memorial, 1981-1986, p. 1")
A brochure detailing a fundraising campaign for the Texas Iwo Jima Memorial. The Marine Military Academy (Harlingen, TX) was collecting funds to receive the Iwo Jima Memorial Sculpture. The brochure outlines the project scope as well as the cost, to…
[etching from a book] Storming of the Alamo
![[etching from a book] Storming of the Alamo](https://omeka.utrgv.edu/files/square_thumbnails/d10ab7d9be28fb2a27c8f89ad9c8118a.jpg "[etching from a book] Storming of the Alamo")
A black‑and‑white engraving depicts a chaotic battle scene during the storming of the Alamo. The foreground shows a large cannon positioned on the left, angled toward the fighting. Numerous figures are engaged in close combat with rifles, bayonets,…
[manuscript] 1839 Slave Deed
![[manuscript] Republic of Texas "slave" deed for the sale of nine enslaved people (1839)](https://omeka.utrgv.edu/files/square_thumbnails/de9633552162b92dc4e4cd240fc04e4e.jpg "[manuscript] Republic of Texas \"slave\" deed for the sale of nine enslaved people (1839)")
This slave deed transfers the ownership of nine enslaved people, ranging from 2 to 30 years in age, who are described as "slaves for life." These people were bought for 11,000 dollars by Ann H. P. Noble. The deed is signed by several witnesses.
[map] The Ancient Domain of the Karankawa Indians in Southern Texas
![[map] The Ancient Domain of the Karankawa Indians in Southern Texas](https://omeka.utrgv.edu/files/square_thumbnails/5ff7facde1e87d9a3d95e92a877ee41f.jpg "[map] The Ancient Domain of the Karankawa Indians in Southern Texas")
Map of Karankawa territory including a settlement on Padre Island (most of the territory is north of present-day Corpus).
[news clipping] Fallen Victim From the Pharr Riots
![[news clipping] Fallen Victim From the Pharr Riots, 1971-02-11 (Valley Morning Star)](https://omeka.utrgv.edu/files/square_thumbnails/d3451a80b54ffe01d26983544d0e0806.jpg "[news clipping] Fallen Victim From the Pharr Riots, 1971-02-11 (Valley Morning Star)")
A news release over a funeral of Alfonso Laredo Flores, a 20-year-old, construction worker, who was killed during the Pharr Riots.
[news clipping] The Burying of a Victim From the Pharr Riots
![[Alfonso Laredo Flores] Victim of Pharr Demonstration Will Be Buried this Afternoon, by Max Sisk for Valley Morning Star (1971)](https://omeka.utrgv.edu/files/square_thumbnails/893fa1493f00f67e48dfd7d75489a28c.jpg "[Alfonso Laredo Flores] Victim of Pharr Demonstration Will Be Buried this Afternoon, by Max Sisk for Valley Morning Star (1971)")
A news release over the buried victim, Alfonso Laredo Flores, a 20-year-old, construction worker, that was killed during the Pharr Riots.
[news clippings] Juneteenth Community Celebration
![[newspaper clipping] "Let Freedom Ring, Community celebrates Juneteenth," by Iris Villalon for The Monitor (1999-06-20)](https://omeka.utrgv.edu/files/square_thumbnails/421133059c16d83a8480c082aa1f1f1b.jpg "[newspaper clipping] \"Let Freedom Ring, Community celebrates Juneteenth,\" by Iris Villalon for The Monitor (1999-06-20)")
A newspaper article regarding a Juneteenth celebration in Edinburg, Texas.
[news photograph] Students with Protest Sign during the Edcouch-Elsa High School Walkout
![[news photograph] Students with Protest Sign during the Edcouch-Elsa High School Walkout](https://omeka.utrgv.edu/files/square_thumbnails/06e0aa708ebf3301f276f64543526574.jpg "[news photograph] Students with Protest Sign during the Edcouch-Elsa High School Walkout")
From left, Mirtala Villarreal, Martina Gonzales, and Patsy Jacinto, Edcouch-Elsa High School students holding a poster with the slogan "We want better education."
[newspaper photo] Crowd of Students Pictured in the Edcouch-Elsa Walkout
![[newspaper photo] Crowd of Students Pictured in the Edcouch-Elsa Walkout](https://omeka.utrgv.edu/files/square_thumbnails/3b27640fa5ecd27b2b5912d7bef5f07b.jpg "[newspaper photo] Crowd of Students Pictured in the Edcouch-Elsa Walkout")
Students during the Edcouch-Elsa High School Walkout. They can be seen holding posters with different slogans. The original caption for this image published on Nov. 14, 1968 in The Monitor read "EXPELLED – Students boycotting classes at Edcouch Elsa…
[photocopy] List of Demands for Edcouch-Elsa Walkout
![[photocopy] List of Demands for Edcouch-Elsa Walkout (p. 1)](https://omeka.utrgv.edu/files/square_thumbnails/3602559f385583e7685fb4feea51e414.jpg "[photocopy] List of Demands for Edcouch-Elsa Walkout (p. 1)")
List of demands given by students who walked out of Edcouch-Elsa High School. These were focused on bringing equality to Hispanic students.
[photocopy] Propaganda Poster for the Pharr Riots
![[photocopy] Propaganda Poster for the Pharr Riots, 1971](https://omeka.utrgv.edu/files/square_thumbnails/1994781beea5a6fb9294b052dfc8438e.jpg "[photocopy] Propaganda Poster for the Pharr Riots, 1971")
A propaganda poster from women persuading people to not stop fighting segregation and racism. They also urge Mexicans to stop buying in American stores, such as H.E.B, Drefke's, among others.
Our First Residents: The Karankawa Indians
A page from the book, Our First Residents: The Karankawa Indians, by Harriett Johnson, explaining the origin and lands of the Karankawa peoples.
1966 Melon Strike Lesson Plans
In 1966 for about 90 days, hundreds of men, women and children from Starr County began a strike that changed workers’ rights in Texas. This march began from our side of the world (RGV) to the state capitol (Austin, TX) where over 15,000 people,…
1992 Ladies Kingfish Tournament
Picture of Mary Rodriguez, an 8-years-old, showing a kingfish and bonito fish that she caught for the 1992 Ladies Kingfish Tournament.
40 Days of Struggle
A newspaper clip from the Texas Farm Workers Union urging to support the strikes by donating clothes, food, and any other kind of help.
59th Annual Charro Days Fiesta
An article created from different newspapers regarding the 59th Annual Charro Days celebration. The articles include tips to make your Charro Days costume and what you can find in this celebration.
Agriculture Lesson Plan
The purpose of this lesson conducted was to teach students the importance of agriculture and teach students the history of John Shary, geography and climate in the Rio Grande Valley, Texas citrus, and how agriculture shapes the Rio Grande Valley. The…
American Farm Bureau Federation
Jack Angell writes to Charlie Rankin telling him what could happen to the agricultural industry if the grape strike continues.
Battle of Palo Alto Lesson Plan
The battle that took place in Palo Alto was the first of many that occurred during the Mexican-American War. It took place on May 8, 1846 in Brownsville, Texas. The battle initiated a series of events that would change the course of history for both…
Battle of Palo Alto: Battlefield Purpose and Significance
An article about a national historic site dedicated to the battle in Palo Alto. It emphasizes the importance, and purpose of the battlefield in the battle and its preservation.
Beulah's Traces Linger in Valley
Newspaper article one year after the hurricane Beulah. The article estimates how much the affected counties had to pay in repairs for public facilities. The writer also explains that the areas have little to no traces from the hurricane.
Birding & Butterfly Hotspots
A map of hot spots where butterflies and birds can be found.
Birding Basics: Royal Tern
A description of a bird that can people can find if they visit Laguna Madre Bay. This bay is located across South Padre Island. One of the bird's skills is fishing.
Birding Guide
Descriptions of birds that can be found in the Rio Grande Valley.
Birding Lesson Plan
The resolution for this lesson is for the students to understand the economic impacts tourism of the Rio Grande Valley. To gain the interest of the students, the teacher will be using the topic of birds and the things that concern them to help the…