Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca and Estevanico in 1528 | Arrival and Survival by Galveston Unscripted

Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca and Estevanico in 1528 | Arrival and Survival by Galveston Unscripted

Follow Galveston Unscripted on Spotify or Apple Podcasts! More history content on Visit Galveston! A Spanish explorer named Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca shipwrecked on what is believed to be Galveston Island in the year 1528. During an exploration mission, a portion of the Narváez expedition mistakenly landed on the west coast of Florida, thinking it was the East Coast of Mexico. After multiple conflicts with the natives along the Florida coast, the crew had no choice but to build rafts out of...

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Rebellion & Pirate Outpost: Why Galveston Was Settled in the First Place

Rebellion & Pirate Outpost: Why Galveston Was Settled in the First Place

Geography, opportunity, and conflict. From indigenous history to pirates and privateers, this episode explores the island’s earliest known stories. Galveston Unscripted on video! What is Galveston Un...

25 Huhti 20258min

 Historical Easter Eggs

 Historical Easter Eggs

Every spring, Galveston comes alive with Easter traditions set against the blooming backdrop of its iconic oleanders. In this episode, we explore the island’s earliest Easter celebrations through hist...

18 Huhti 20258min

Galveston was to be...

Galveston was to be...

Galveston Island's remarkable journey from pirate haven to "Wall Street of the South" reveals a forgotten chapter of American history where this Texas coastal city nearly rivaled New York in economic ...

11 Huhti 202511min

Gateway Galveston

Gateway Galveston

Galveston was once a major immigration gateway, welcoming tens of thousands seeking a new life in America. Galveston's historic port became a cultural crossroads of Texas and beyond. Galveston Unscri...

4 Huhti 20257min

Betty Ballinger: Mother of the Daughters

Betty Ballinger: Mother of the Daughters

From founding the Daughters of the Republic of Texas to her advocacy for women’s suffrage and community health, Betty Ballinger's contributions shaped both Galveston and the state of Texas. Galveston ...

28 Maalis 20256min

The Mother of Texas? Jane Long's Survival on Bolivar Peninsula

The Mother of Texas? Jane Long's Survival on Bolivar Peninsula

Jane Long’s journey to the Texas frontier is a testament to resilience and survival. In 1821, pregnant and alone at a remote fort on Bolivar Peninsula, she endured freezing conditions, hunted for food...

21 Maalis 20258min

Reviving the Mardi Gras Spirit | With Dancie Perugini Ware

Reviving the Mardi Gras Spirit | With Dancie Perugini Ware

Step into the colorful world of Galveston Mardi Gras, a festival that embodies the spirit of resilience and community. Discover how this historic tradition, which spiraled into dormancy during the mid...

1 Maalis 202515min

Galveston's Pelicans: A Conservation Success Story

Galveston's Pelicans: A Conservation Success Story

Pelicans are resilient symbols of Galveston's coastal ecosystem, illustrating the complexities of their survival and recovery. This episode explores their unique characteristics, and the significant c...

21 Helmi 20256min

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