Dallas: A History of “Big D”

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Dallas first grabbed national attention with the 1936 Texas Centennial Exposition. Since then, the fascination with “Big D” has seldom flagged. In this book, Hazel examines the city’s frontier town roots and the influence of ethnic groups. Hazel pays special attention to the role of African Americans and their long struggle to gain equality. Based on pioneer letters and much research, “Dallas: A History of ‘Big D” is perfect for those curious about how Dallas history grew to become the nation’s eighth largest city.