David A BowlesAug 18, 20231 minSpring HouseMy first book in the Westward Sagas series is named Spring House, because that is where the most important scene in the book takes place....
David A BowlesAug 12, 20231 minBattle of Plum CreekOn August 12, 1840, the largest Indian battle ever fought on Texas soil took place on Plum Creek in Caldwell County. The battle between...
David A BowlesAug 9, 20231 minWilliam H. Cushney 1819-1852New York born William H. Cushney 1819-1852 became a “First Footer of the Republic of Texas” in 1840. He served in the Texas Army before...
David A BowlesAug 7, 20231 minTravis County Treasurer Killed in 1841On August 7, 1841, the mutilated body of Travis County Treasurer, Thomas W. Smith was found outside the town limits of Austin. Sheriff...