Vaqueros in Blue and Gray
Vaqueros in Blue and Gray by Jerry Thompson, published by TX A&M-McWhiney Foundation in 2000, offers a detailed exploration of the involvement of Hispanic individuals in the United States’ Civil War. This edition presents a comprehensive account of the Tejanos, Texans of Mexican heritage, who were significantly impacted by the conflict, with approximately 2,500 fighting for the Confederacy and 950 for the Union. The book includes a meticulously compiled list of nearly 4,000 names of these soldiers, providing a valuable resource for understanding their contributions.
Readers will find a thorough narrative that highlights the experiences of these vaqueros and their pivotal roles during the Civil War. The text delves into the complexities of Texas history, the impact of the war on Mexican Americans, and the genealogical aspects of those who served. With 262 pages of content, this edition not only recounts the personal stories of bravery but also situates them within the broader context of United States history during 1861-1865.
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As many as 9,500 men of Hispanic heritage fought in the United States’ Civil War. In Texas, the bitter conflict deeply divided the Tejanos-Texans of Mexican heritage. An estimated 2,500 fought in the ranks of the Confederacy while 950, including some Mexican nationals, fought for the Stars and Stripes. Vaqueros in Blue & Gray, originally published in 1976, is the story of these Tejanos who participated in the Civil War. This edition of the history of these vaqueros contains the first comprehensive list, containing almost 4,000 names, ever compiled of the Confederate and Union Hispanics from Texas who served in the war. Vaqueros in Blue & Gray presents a stirring saga of these brave people, their land, and their epic role in the Civil War and in the history of Texas.
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