A Colorado History 10th Edition

Author : Maxine Benson,Duane A. Smith,Carl Ubbelohde
Publisher : Graphic Arts Books
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2015-12-04
Category : History
ISBN : 9780871083234

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A Colorado History, 10th Edition by Maxine Benson,Duane A. Smith,Carl Ubbelohde Pdf

For fifty years, A Colorado History has provided a comprehensive and accessible panoramic history of the Centennial State. From the arrival of the Paleo-Indians to contemporary times, this enlarged edition leads readers on an extraordinary exploration of a remarkable place. "A Colorado History has been, since its first appearance in 1965, widely recognized as an exemplary work of its kind." --The Colorado Magazine Experience Colorado with this new, enlarged edition of A Colorado History. For fifty years, the authors of this preeminent resource have led readers on an extraordinary exploration of how the state has changed—and how it has stayed the same. From the arrival of Paleo-Indians in the Mesa Verde region to the fast pace of the twenty-first century, A Colorado History covers the political, economic, cultural, and environmental issues, along with the fascinating events and characters, that have shaped this dynamic state. In print for fifty years, this distinctive examination of the Centennial State is a must-read for history buffs, students, researchers—or anyone—interested in the remarkable place called Colorado.

Author : Carl Ubbelohde,Maxine Benson,Duane A. Smith
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 434 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : History
ISBN : UVA:X000401592

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A Colorado History by Carl Ubbelohde,Maxine Benson,Duane A. Smith Pdf

Author : Carl Ubbelohde,Maxine Benson,Duane A. Smith
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1965
Category : Colorado
ISBN : OCLC:54801743

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A Colorado History by Carl Ubbelohde,Maxine Benson,Duane A. Smith Pdf

Author : Terri Cook
Publisher : Moon Travel
Page : 650 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2020-04-07
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781640498365

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Moon Colorado by Terri Cook Pdf

From hiking through red rock canyons and aspen forests to hitting the slopes, find your adventure with Moon Colorado. Inside you'll find: Strategic itineraries including a two-week road trip and quick getaways, with suggestions for outdoor adventurers, winter sports enthusiasts, history buffs, road-trippers, foodies, and more The top activities and unique experiences: Explore ancient pueblos or Wild West ghost towns, soak in a steaming hot spring, and spot wild elk, horses, and foxes. Savor fresh flavors at a farm-to-table restaurant and kick back with some of Colorado's delicious local microbrews Outdoor adventures: Go white-water rafting or kayaking on a frothing river, and hike slickrock trails to awe-inspiring views of snow-capped mountain peaks. Ski the deep powder of some of the country's top resorts and relax with a delicious après-ski drink Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout Honest advice from Boulder local and lifelong adventurer Terri Cook on when to go, what to pack, and where to stay, from campsites and motels to B&Bs and resort lodges Reliable background on the culture, weather, wildlife, and history, plus tips on getting there and getting around by car, train, and public transportation Recommendations for families, LGBTQ+ travelers, seniors, international visitors, and travelers with disabilities Full coverage of Denver, Boulder and the Northern Front Range, Rocky Mountain National Park, Steamboat Springs and Northwest Colorado, Vail and the Central Rockies, Aspen and the Roaring Fork Valley, Mesa Verde and the Southwest, Colorado Springs and the Southeast With Moon's practical tips and local insight, you can experience the best of Colorado. Staying in the city? Try Moon Denver, Boulder & Colorado Springs. Staying in the park? Try Moon Rocky Mountain National Park. For an all-outdoors adventure, try Moon Colorado Camping.

Author : Carl Abbott,Stephen J. Leonard,Thomas J. Noel
Publisher : University Press of Colorado
Page : 572 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2013-06-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781607322276

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Colorado by Carl Abbott,Stephen J. Leonard,Thomas J. Noel Pdf

Since 1976, newcomers and natives alike have learned about the rich history of the magnificent place they call home from Colorado: A History of the Centennial State. In the fifth edition, coauthors Carl Abbott, Stephen J. Leonard, and Thomas J. Noel incorporate recent events, scholarship, and insights about the state in an accessible volume that general readers and students will enjoy. The new edition tells of conflicts, shifting alliances, and changing ways of life as Hispanic, European, and African American settlers flooded into a region that was already home to Native Americans. Providing a balanced treatment of the entire state’s history—from Grand Junction to Lamar and from Trinidad to Craig—the authors also reveal how Denver and its surrounding communities developed and gained influence. While continuing to elucidate the significant impact of mining, agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism on Colorado, the fifth edition broadens and focuses its coverage by consolidating material on Native Americans into one chapter and adding a new chapter on sports history. The authors also expand their discussion of the twentieth century with updated sections on the environment, economy, politics, and recent cultural conflicts. New illustrations, updated statistics, and an extensive bibliography including Internet resources enhance this edition.

Author : Owen M. Greenspan
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 105 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2010-08
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781437931082

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Survey of State Criminal History Information Systems (2008, 10th Ed. ) by Owen M. Greenspan Pdf

This report is based upon the results from a survey conducted of the administrators of the State criminal history record repositories in March¿June 2009. Fifty-six jurisdictions were surveyed. Responses were received from 53 jurisdictions. It presents a snapshot as of Dec. 31, 2008. In addition, the FBI was the source for some of the information relating to criminal history records, including State participation in the Interstate Identification Index (III) system (the national criminal records exchange system) and the number of III records maintained by the FBI on behalf of the States; the number of records in the protection order file; and the number of sex offender records in the FBI National Crime Information Center files. Charts and tables.

Author : Jolie Anderson Gallagher
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2011-09-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781625842015

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A Wild West History of Frontier Colorado by Jolie Anderson Gallagher Pdf

Jolie Anderson's collection of wild west tales focuses on the early frontier history of Colorado's plains and includes a look at some of the state's early pioneers like the "59ers" who promoted the state through travel guides and newspapers, exaggerating tales of gold discovery and even providing inaccurate maps to promote settlement in the plains; the perils of living and traveling the major gold routes the town of Julesburg relocated four times in a decade; feuds; Indian fights; outlaws, and even early rodeo history. These stories and events shaped the Colorado territory and are a rich glimpse into the early history of the state.

Author : Andrea Lani
Publisher : U of Nebraska Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2022-03
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781496231604

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Uphill Both Ways by Andrea Lani Pdf

One grouchy husband. Three reluctant kids. Five hundred miles of wilderness. And one woman, determined to escape the humdrum existence of modern parenting and a toxic work environment and to confront the history of environmental damage wreaked by westward expansion and the Anthropocene. In Uphill Both Ways Andrea Lani walks us through the Southern Rockies, describing how the region has changed since the discovery of gold in 1859. At the same time, she delves into the history of her family, who immigrated to Leadville to work in the mines, and her own story of hiking the trail in her early twenties before returning two decades later, a depressed middle-aged mom in East Coast exile seeking happiness in a childhood landscape. On the 489-mile trek from Denver to Durango on the Colorado Trail, Lani’s family traveled through stunning scenery and encountered wildflowers, wildlife, and too many other hikers. They ate cold oatmeal in a chilly, wet tent and experienced scorching heat, torrential thunderstorms, and the first nip of winter. Her kids grew in unimaginable ways, and they became known as “the family of five,” an oddity along a trail populated primarily by solo men. As they inched along the trail, Lani began to exercise disused smile muscles, despite the challenges of hiking in a middle-aged body, maintaining her children’s safety and happiness, and contending with marital discord. She learned that being a slow hiker does not make one a bad hiker and began to uncover the secret to happiness.

Author : Derek R. Everett
Publisher : University of Oklahoma Press
Page : 319 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2014-05-27
Category : History
ISBN : 9780806146140

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Creating the American West by Derek R. Everett Pdf

Boundaries—lines imposed on the landscape—shape our lives, dictating everything from which candidates we vote for to what schools our children attend to the communities with which we identify. In Creating the American West, historian Derek R. Everett examines the function of these internal lines in American history generally and in the West in particular. Drawing lines to create states in the trans-Mississippi West, he points out, imposed a specific form of political organization that made the West truly American. Everett examines how settlers lobbied for boundaries and how politicians imposed them. He examines the origins of boundary-making in the United States from the colonial era through the Louisiana Purchase. Case studies then explore the ethnic, sectional, political, and economic angles of boundaries. Everett first examines the boundaries between Arkansas and its neighboring Native cultures, and the pseudo war between Missouri and Iowa. He then traces the lines splitting the Oregon Country and the states of California and Nevada, and considers the ethnic and political consequences of the boundary between New Mexico and Colorado. He explains the evolution of the line splitting the Dakotas, and concludes with a discussion of ways in which state boundaries can contribute toward new interpretations of borderlands history. A major theme in the history of state boundaries is the question of whether to use geometric or geographic lines—in other words, lines corresponding to parallels and meridians or those fashioned by natural features. With the distribution of western land, Everett shows, geography gave way to geometry and transformed the West. The end of boundary-making in the late nineteenth century is not the end of the story, however. These lines continue to complicate a host of issues including water rights, taxes, political representation, and immigration. Creating the American West shows how the past continues to shape the present.

Author : Itzchak E. Kornfeld
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2019-02-21
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781107186606

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Transboundary Water Disputes by Itzchak E. Kornfeld Pdf

A thorough analysis of how effectively international courts and tribunals adjudicate transboundary water disputes, using detailed case studies.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 819 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1919
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:310607415

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History of Colorado by Anonim Pdf

Author : Carl Ubbelohde,Maxine Benson,Duane A. Smith
Publisher : Pruett Publishing
Page : 518 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : History
ISBN : 0871089424

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A Colorado History by Carl Ubbelohde,Maxine Benson,Duane A. Smith Pdf

For forty years, A Colorado History has provided a comprehensive and accessible panoramic history of the Centennial State. From the arrival of the Paleo-Indians to contemporary times, this enlarged edition leads readers on an extraordinary exploration of a remarkable place.

Author : Charlie Winger,Diane Winger
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 097244131X

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The Essential Guide to Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve by Charlie Winger,Diane Winger Pdf

* Guidebook to hiking, biking, or climbing in the stunning Sangre de Cristo Mountains. * Details unlimited recreational opportunities for the park's 225,000 annual visitors * 210 color photographs and 40 color maps * Color-coded tabs and activity symbols for quick reference Nowhere else in North America do alpine tundra, tall forests of evergreen and aspen, and massive desert dunes meet so dramatically as in our nation's newest crown jewel. This book is the essential guide to one of the nation's newest national parks. Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve earned this status in 2003, and became an instant treasure both for Coloradans and vacationers everywhere.

Author : HowExpert,Todd Faulk
Publisher : HowExpert
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2024-05-21
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781648918742

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HowExpert Guide to Denver, Colorado by HowExpert,Todd Faulk Pdf

If you want to learn about the best places to eat, drink, and explore in the Mile High City, then check out HowExpert Guide to Denver, Colorado. This comprehensive guide to the Mile High City brings to life one of the most exciting cities in the United States. Denver has built on its rich Western history to become a modern metropolis that welcomes everyone. From the largest collection of microbreweries in the world to vibrant art and cultural scene to endless outdoor activities, Denver offers something for everyone. This guide describes more than 150 places to stay and eat, things to do, neighborhoods to explore, and ways to experience Denver and its surrounding communities. The description of each attraction is full of history, tips, and practical information that will help you decide what you want to do and when. If you have a short amount of time in the city, chapters on how to visit Denver in one, two, or three days will help you get the most out of your visit. Even if you’re a long-time resident, you’ll learn something new about your city and be inspired to explore everything Denver offers. A chapter on frequently asked questions will give you ideas on free or cheap things to do, fun activities for kids, and the best times of year to visit. In short, the HowExpert Guide to Denver will show you how to make the most out of your time in the Mile High City. Check out HowExpert Guide to Denver, Colorado to learn about the best places to eat, drink, and explore in the Mile High City. About the Author Todd Faulk was born and raised in Denver, Colorado, and obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado at Denver. He has since made frequent visits to the city to see family and friends. In addition, Mr. Faulk is a professional travel writer, history buff, and avid world traveler. He has visited all 50 U.S. states and 70 countries and loves exploring and experiencing places as locals do. Returning to Denver for several extended visits in the last few years has given Mr. Faulk a fresh view of his hometown, which he enjoys sharing with anyone interested in coming to the Mile High City. HowExpert publishes how to guides by everyday experts.

Author : Randy W. Baumgardner
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Veterans
ISBN : 9781563114304

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Tenth Mountain Division by Randy W. Baumgardner Pdf

This outstanding book details the incredible history of the 10th Mountain Division. Formed to fill the need for elite mountain troops, this is the story of a prestigious division, from its inception through today, including formation and early training, Camp Hale, The Kiska Mission, D-Series, Camp Swift, fighting in Europe, deactivation following WWII, and reactivation of the modern light Division. It also includes special stories written by 10th Mtn. Div. veterans, over 800 veterans' biographies, over 1,500 powerful photographs, the 10th Mtn. Div. Roll of Honor, and the National Association of the 10th Mtn. Div. Roster.