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April 16, 2024 4:42 am

What’s in your fallout shelter? https://caitlinjohnstone.com.au/2024/04/16/israels-latest-lie-is-that-it-has-no-choice-but-to-attack-iran/

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April 15, 2024 8:02 pm

Important commentary from the Grayzone on Iran’s attack on Israel. Be sure to watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MUNSOi2-dRE

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Greg Casaretto

April 15, 2024 12:23 pm

Today in US History The 159th anniversary of the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. (1865) The 112th anniversary of the sinking of the RMS Titanic. (1912)... View More

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Greg Casaretto

April 15, 2024 2:42 am

Today in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence Apr 15, 1836 - Santa Anna reached William Stafford's plantation by noon and feasted until mid-afternoon. They burned to plantation and force... View MoreToday in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence Apr 15, 1836 - Santa Anna reached William Stafford's plantation by noon and feasted until mid-afternoon. They burned to plantation and force marched on to Harrisburg. The vanguard reached Harrisburg just before midnight. Three printers were captured, and it was learned that Burnet and his cabinet had left just a few hours earlier. Santa Anna has his army set fire to Harrisburg. Santa Anna learns that Sam Houston is still at Groce’s , with less than 800 men and two 4# cannons. General Vincente Filisola arrives at San Felipe in the morning and then headed south along the Old Fort road to link up with Sesma & Santa Anna. General Filisola arrives at Old Fort to learn that Santa Anna has left for Harrisburg. General Sesma is still at Old Fort. General Gaona has not arrived at San Felipe yet. General Urrea left Matagorda, leaving 230 infantry and a 12 pound cannon to defend the place. Heading to Columbia on the Brazos River. The Republic of Texas Interim Government, having been warned that Santa Anna was marching towards Harrisburg, left Harrisburg at noon by boat for Galveston. That night the Cayuga stopped at Lynch’s with President David Burnet, Temporary secretary of state Bailey Hardeman, acting secretary of war David Thomas & all inhabitants of Harrisburg. The Cayuga was towing the Schooner William and four open boats filled with evacuees. The Cayuga spent the night. Vice president Lorenzo de Zavala stopped at his house nearby. From the dispatches of Alexander Horton, Sam Houston's aide-de-camp: "Baker and Martin have arrived back at camp with their commands. Martin is particularly outspoken in his criticism of General Houston’s command. Martin’s impatience to fight and his frustration at having failed to prevent the enemy from crossing the Brazos has tested the friendship bond that once linked him with Houston. The General took the diplomatic approach by relieving Martin of command and “reassigning” him to organize the swelling band of civilian refuges following the army. "Martin’s company continues with the army. "This morning we left Donoho’s by way of the middle road. The upper road, or left fork, leads to Robbin’s Ferry on the Trinity River and then to Nacogdoches and Louisiana. The middle road leads to the Spring Creek settlement of New Kentucky and then on to Liberty on the Trinity. The lower road, or right fork, leads back to San Felipe on the Brazos. Colonel Sidney Sherman was in the lead with the Second Regiment. The march today was approximately eighteen miles on a nearly impassable muddy road. Although better disciplined and equipped now, the army is a pitiful sight to behold attempting to maintain its composure as it struggles its way through the mud. Upon arrival at Samuel McCarley’s place, any consumable livestock and crops were requisitioned and again, rail fences and post were used as firewood. The army how contains about 1,100 men. "The camp is in great turmoil tonight as we grow closer to another decision point of turning south. The next fork would take us towards Harrisburg. Will we engage the enemy or continue our eastward fallback to the Trinity River? The General continues his silence and private company. The whole matter is quite taxing."

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Greg Casaretto

April 14, 2024 1:49 pm

Today in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. Apr 14, 1836 - Santa Anna, only 30 miles up the Brazos River from Harrisburg, learned that President Burnet and his advisors were there. He... View MoreToday in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. Apr 14, 1836 - Santa Anna, only 30 miles up the Brazos River from Harrisburg, learned that President Burnet and his advisors were there. He decided to move one column of his army towards Harrisburg in the hope of capturing the interim government representatives. Santa Anna and his troops crossed the Brazos River at Thompson’s Ferry. The secretary of state of the Ad Interim Government of the Republic of Texas writes from Natchitoches, Louisiana, of meeting U.S. Army General Edmund P. Gaines about his orders relating to his deploying troops in western Louisiana. Has heard of Indians in eastern Texas readying to aid Mexican forces in the Texas Revolution. From the dispatches of Alexander Horton, Sam Houston's aide-de-camp: "We had a short march today to this place (Donoho‘s Plantation). General Houston has recalled all of the army units to assemble at this point. Major Wiley Martin has communicated that he had inadequate forces to prevent the enemy from crossing the lower Brazos river, but that he gave a fine account of the forces at his command in numerous engagements. He is presently in route to this place, escorting some retiring families. He has about 46 men under his command. "Mr. Donoho is not sympathetic to our cause, and therefore the men take every advantage they can of this man. Although he forbade them to cut timber for fires, the men are in the process of burning all of Donoho’s fence rails. Being dry, they make better firewood anyway. And to make matters worse, a party is planned for this evening in Donoho’s house. I suspect he will not put in an appearance as his health might become endangered. "As to the direction of the march, and the plans for engagement, General Houston continues to be very quiet. I assume he fears enemy spies. He is waiting for the arrival of Baker and Martin’s commands to strengthen our numbers. In the meanwhile he has sent our more spies to properly assess the present strength and location of the enemy since much has happened recently. I am pleased that he has Rusk to consult with, as he takes no council from any others." The Lone Star Republic -Don Gray, reporting from Groce’s Plantation on the Brazos River, April 14, 1836 TEXAS ARMY FINISHED WITH DRILLS AND CROSSES THE BRAZOS RIVER Today the Texas Army completed it two-day crossing of the Brazos River and is now on the river’s east bank. The army had been camped at Groce’s Plantation (west bank of the river) for the past two weeks while drilling for battle. The riverboat “Yellowstone” was used to help with the crossing of nearly 1,000 men and supplies. Following the crossings, the Yellowstone turned down river to aid in the evacuation of civilians to Galveston Island. Sources report that large numbers of Mexican forces will be encountered about 20 miles downstream. The Yellowstone will be protected by large bales of cotton to shroud the passengers and crew from the Mexican Army’s small arms fire that is expected. The Texas Army is marching to the southeast by way of the road to Harrisburg. Hundreds of civilians are accompanying the march, hoping that Sam Houston’s march will lead them toward the safety of the US and away from Mexican forces. Some of Sam Houston’s officers reported that Houston’s continued refusal to attack the enemy may result in his ouster from commanding the troops. Houston refused to comment other than to say that he is keeping his own counsel and seeking no one’s advice. -Don Gray

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April 14, 2024 12:42 pm

George Galloway’s Mother Of All Talk Shows will be shown live Sunday April 14 at 2PM Eastern Time. And you can call in your questions for free! Be sure to watch and share. https://www.youtube.com/watc... View More

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April 13, 2024 1:26 pm

The US House of Representatives gives the go ahead for continued warrantless spying on Americans. Be sure to watch and share. https://rumble.com/v4p4d38-system-update-256.html

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April 13, 2024 12:48 pm

We are in deep doo doo. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fV6YIxudKaw

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April 13, 2024 11:29 am

China takes a hard line with Yellen as once again the US shoots off its own foot. https://youtu.be/YV6UZWlSUAw?si=QlwltSp1FByXBYvi via @YouTube

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Greg Casaretto

April 13, 2024 2:26 am

Today in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. Apr 13, 1836 - Gen. Sesma joined Santa Anna at Old Fort from San Felipe. Sesma arrived. SA learns that the Texan government is at Harrisbur... View MoreToday in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. Apr 13, 1836 - Gen. Sesma joined Santa Anna at Old Fort from San Felipe. Sesma arrived. SA learns that the Texan government is at Harrisburg. He changes his plans to attack Houston at Groce’s Ferry and instead to capture the government. Gen. Filisola finishes crossing the Colorado at AtasCósito. There is still no word from Gaona. Urrea took possession of Matagorda at 10 AM. Town was abandoned but the warehouses full of material. Twin Sisters finally arrive at Groce’s Ferry and are turned over to Lt. Col. James Neill. A company of nine men were assigned to each cannon. The guns were unpacked and assembled. Additional shot was prepared. The crews began drilling on firing and reloading the guns. From the dispatches of Alexander Horton, Sam Houston's aide-de-camp: "The army has completed its move across the Brazos at 1 PM this afternoon and is preparing to march. General Houston holds few in his confidence at this time. The two six pound field pieces have arrived and have been assembled. Though few and small in size, I am sure that we can make them effective weapons for our cause. "The General continues to fight rumors and makes a call for all freedom loving citizens to fight. Another open call was sent out this morning. Even Rusk issued a call for volunteers and to avenge the deaths of our murdered countrymen. It is estimated that the enemy does not exceed nine hundred men in this region and none are as far as the Trinity, as previously claimed. The General has likewise sent a dispatch to his friend Chief Bowles of the Cherokees in the Redlands urging them to remain neutral in the conflict. Word has been received that the Coushatta are assisting members of the runaway scrape as they travel through that region. "A letter from the Acting Secretary of War was received today with unfavorable remarks about the conduct of this campaign. General Houston exercised great control in responding to those that would criticize without the knowledge of the true circumstances. The spectators would demand certainty and miracles yet retain their distance from the realities of the situation. One would wonder who was the worst enemy, the invading army or the critical politicians. "General Houston has directed our scattered forces to assemble at the house of a settler named Donoho. It is apparent that we will be traveling east, to what objective is unknown."

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April 12, 2024 4:37 pm

We must fight to keep the light of truth shining. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=btCMOw1Wrkg

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April 12, 2024 9:56 am

Good health and nutrition information. Be sure to watch and share. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3iRS5AVXmo

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April 12, 2024 2:05 am

Today in U.S. History At 4:30 a.m. on April 12, 1861, Confederate troops fired on Fort Sumter in South Carolina's Charleston Harbor. Less than 34 hours later, Union forces surrendered. Traditionally,... View More

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Greg Casaretto

April 12, 2024 2:04 am

Today in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. Apr 12, 1836 – President David G. Burnet and his cabinet barely escape the arriving Mexican army. Colonel Juan Almonte decides not to shoot... View MoreToday in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. Apr 12, 1836 – President David G. Burnet and his cabinet barely escape the arriving Mexican army. Colonel Juan Almonte decides not to shoot the fleeing party. Sesma receives orders to march to Thompson’s crossing at Old Fort to join Santa Anna. Filisola is still moving the baggage train across the Colorado River. No communications as to where Gaona is located. Urrea leaves Tres Palacios Creek and heads toward Matagorda. He and his troops travel five leagues from Cayce’s to the left bank of the Colorado River. From the dispatches of Alexander Horton, Sam Houston's aide-de-camp: "The order has been issued by General Houston that we are to cross over the Brazos to the east bank. The steamboat Yellow Stone and a small yawl have been impressed into service for that purpose. The first division of the first regiment under Col. Burleson will remain as the rear Guard until further orders are issued. The removal started at 10 a.m. this morning and will probably take a couple of days to effect. "Volunteers continue to arrive. Peter Bell arrived yesterday on his 26th birthday, having walked up from Brazoria. Today, a Georgian by the name of Mirabeau B. Lamar arrived from Harrisburg. He reports that the provision government is still in that place. Lamar likewise reported that Capt. Smith had left Harrisburg on the 9th with two small iron cannons, assumed to be the six pounders previously landed at Velasco. They were being transported by horses and due to the conditions of the roads, Lamar passed the convoy on his way here. The field pieces should arrive tomorrow, if not later today. The spirit of the Artillery corp. is high." The Lone Star Republic -Don Gray, reporting from Fort Bend, Texas, April 12, 1836 SANTA ANNA PERSONALLY SEIZES CONTROL OF A FERRY BOAT Today Santa Anna leaped from hiding in ambush and wrestled a slave controlling a ferry boat to gain control of a crucial ferry boat needed to cross the Brazos River at Thompson’s Crossing near Fort Bend. The Mexican Army is now using the ferry to cross some 2,000 troops across the river. The availability of the ferry to the Mexican Army will have a profound effect on their speediness in executing their drive of all Anglos from Texas. -Don Gray

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April 11, 2024 10:19 pm

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April 11, 2024 10:27 am

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April 11, 2024 10:20 am

Today in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. Apr 11, 1836 - Santa Anna found a crossing of the Brazos at Old Fort. It is called the Lower or Thompson’s Crossing. General Almonte spoke ... View MoreToday in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. Apr 11, 1836 - Santa Anna found a crossing of the Brazos at Old Fort. It is called the Lower or Thompson’s Crossing. General Almonte spoke good English and convinced the ferryman on the opposite bank to come over to pick up some runaway scrape settlers. Having secured a crossing, Santa Anna sent orders to Sesma & Filisola to join him there. Sesma ceases the cannonade and leaves San Felipe. Filisola and Gaona have yet to arrive there. Filisola is crossing the Colorado River at the AtasCósito crossing with the help of General Woll. It will take him several days. Urrea finally finishes crossing his army across Colorado River at Cayce’s Crossing, which took five days. Twin Sisters are still awaiting transport to the Texian Army at Groce’s Landing. Rain soaked trails are making progress difficult. From the dispatches of Alexander Horton, Sam Houston's aide-de-camp: "Word has been received that the enemy has crossed the Brazos at Thompson’s ferry. Capt. Martin has withdrawn his men and they are moving northward in order not to be trapped by the Mexican army. The General has consulted with Capt. Joseph Ross, the commander of the Yellow Stone, and has determined that upwards to 500 men can be transported downstream safely due to the protection provided by the cotton bales on board the steam boat. This would allow the army to surprise the Mexican army in the south. Another option is to transport the equipment and men over to the east bank and march to a favorable battlefield to confront the enemy. There are some rumors in camp that Houston might chose to head straight to the United States border in the hopes of forcing U. S. General Gaines to bring his trained troops to the aid of the Texian army. "The sense of the camp is that a major action is building and it is hoped that General Houston will respond directly to the challenge. There has been much dissatisfaction among the troops, the men want action and do not fully appreciate the General’s insistence on drill, discipline and patience. It is whispered that several officers have offered themselves up as replacement for Houston if he does not act." (Note) The Yellow Stone steamed directly into the struggle for Texas, as General Santa Anna's army overwhelmed the Alamo and pushed General Sam Houston's force eastward. In April, 1836, Houston impressed the Yellow Stone into service in order to cross the flooded Brazos River. Built: 1830-31, Louisville, Kentucky (order placed November 24, 1830). Type: Sidewheel, wooden hull packet. Size: 130' x 19' x 5' 5", 144 tons. Engine: Single cylinder. Boilers: Three boilers. Paddlewheels: 18' diameter. Cost: $8,950 ($4,000 contracted for the boat, $4,950 for the steam engine). Picture: the Steamship Yellow Stone.

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April 10, 2024 12:36 pm

George Galloway’s Mother Of All Talk Shows will be shown live Wednesday April 10 at 2PM Eastern Time. And you can call in your questions for free! Be sure to watch and share. https://www.youtube.com/w... View More

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April 10, 2024 8:39 am

This is what courage looks like. https://consortiumnews.com/2024/04/09/aid-flotilla-heading-to-gaza-to-break-siege/?unapproved=480418&moderation-hash=b9529d123d63359a52dab34da493cb98#comment-480418

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Greg Casaretto

April 10, 2024 7:36 am

Today in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. Apr 10, 1836 – General Antonio López de Santa Anna traveling south along the west bank of the Brazos River trying to find a crossing. He st... View MoreToday in Texas History On the trail to Texas independence. Apr 10, 1836 – General Antonio López de Santa Anna traveling south along the west bank of the Brazos River trying to find a crossing. He stops briefly at Madam Powell’s Place. (Elizabeth Powell, a widow with five children. Her house, a typical dog-run style for the era, was situated on the trail from Brazoria and Columbia to San Felipe in what is now Fort Bend county near where it crossed one of the routes to San Antonio.)Sesma and Tolsa continue to cannonade the Texians. General Vincente Filisola arrived at the AtasCósito crossing of the Colorado with the baggage & equipment. General Antonio Gaona’s position still unknown. The interim Texas government is still dealing with matters of the new Republic at Harrisburg. Twin Sisters (cannons) are in transit to the Texian Army at Groce’s. Difficult trail due to weather, water soaked prairie and not well travelled. From the dispatches of Alexander Horton, Sam Houston's aide-de-camp: "General Houston received a dispatch from Captains Baker, Kimbro, Wallace and Sutherlands stating that their position opposite San Felipe is quickly becoming indefensible. The enemy’s cannon has compromised the position. Thus far there has only been one casualty. The enemy is actively building barges in preparation of an assault upon the position and the Captains request permission to fall back. Houston has not responded as of yet to the request. "It is becoming apparent that we must begin to act. A sizable Mexican force withdrew from San Felipe a few days back and was seen marching south. Obviously they are looking for a lower crossing on the Brazos. The situation with Capt. Wiley Martin and his defense of the Scroggins, Thompson and Old Fort crossings is not known. Martin was expecting to be reinforced by volunteers up from Velasco and Brazoria, but there is no confirmation of such reinforcement and that he will be able to hold those lower crossings. The Mexican General Urrea is known to be along the coast and might cross the Brazos further south at Velasco or possibly Brazoria and surprise Martin from the rear. Until General Houston decides what to do next, we can only drill and prepare ourselves for battle." The Lone Star Republic -Don Gray, reporting from Lynchburg, Texas, April 10, 1836 5,000 “RUNAWAY SCRAPE” REFUGEES CRAMMED INTO LYNCHBURG More than 5,000 refugees are now crammed into emergency camp near Lynchburg on the San Jacinto River. The human toll of suffering is horrid. Virtually all of the Anglo populations between the Colorado and Trinity rivers are fleeing toward the Sabine River and US Territory to escape the four-prong advancing Mexican Army and it’s declared “War of Extermination”. The news of the execution of Col. Fannin’s 400 troops has created panic among the Anglo refugees. Due to the mass of people desiring to cross the San Jacinto River at Lynchburg, a wait of three days to cross by ferry is now the norm. -Don Gray

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