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Come and Take It
Come and Take It is a talk show about Texas, by Texans. Three friends born and raised in Texas share their views on the state’s history, culture, and just what it means to be Texan.
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#2: Flagship of the Texas Navy
17 minutes
Download MP3 audioSecond in her class but first to launch, the U.S.S. Texas (BB-35) is a veteran of both world wars and the pride of the Texas Navy. The only ship of her class still afloat, she’s made history and seen history, and still has plenty to share in her role as a museum ship. Join us as we discuss her incredible journey and what she means to us and the people of Texas.
Before we begin… Who’s your favorite Texas wrestler?
Official website of the Battleship Texas State Historical Site
General information on visiting this fantastic memorial ship
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A non-profit organization created to assist ongoing preservation and educational efforts aboard the Texas. The next Hard Hat tour is on 10/9/13!
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Fan site for the Texas containing a bunch of photos, diagrams, and facts
Sean’s adventures on the USS Texas hardhat tour (Flickr slideshow)
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