Softly Call the Muster: The Evolution of a Texas Aggie Tradition (CENTENNIAL SERIES OF THE ASSOCIATION OF FORMER STUDENTS, TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY)

Adams, John A.

ISBN 10: 0890965994 / ISBN 13: 9780890965993

Published by Texas A & M Univ Pr, 1994

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Texas A&M University Press; College Station, 1994. Hardcover. First Edition. Limited Edition. Book is limited to 500 copies. Signed by author directly on limitation page in front. Very Good, maroon and white binding with silver lettering on spine, binding firm, crease and soiled spot bottom front board near spine, scuff mark bottom rear board else tidy, minimal use/handling marks, without Dust Wrapper. A nice, clean and unmarked but signed copy. 8vo[octavo or approx. 6 x 9 inches], 89pp., indexed, notes, b&w illustrations. We pack securely and ship daily with delivery confirmation on every book. Please Note: Depending on site, actual book for sale may differ physically from picture listed. Additional Scan(s) are available for any item, please inquire.Please note: Oversized books/sets MAY require additional postage then what is quoted for 2.2lb book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Softly Call the Muster: The Evolution of a Texas Aggie Tradition (CENTENNIAL SERIES OF THE ASSOCIATION OF FORMER STUDENTS, TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY)
• Publisher: Texas A & M Univ Pr
• Publication Date: 1994
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0890965994
• ISBN 13: 9780890965993
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: First Edition.
• Condition: Very Good
• Weight: 11 ounces
• Signed: Signed by Author
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Synopsis

The rich heritage of Texas A&M University is marked by a number of unique traditions, none more important than Aggie Muster. Observance of San Jacinto Day - the victory on April 21, 1836, by the Texans over Santa Anna - evolved into A&M Club activities, a structured muster ceremony, and eventually a worldwide observance by Aggies and friends of Texas A&M.
The tradition gained broad significance during the WWII defense of Corregidor in Manila Bay. Surrounded, outnumbered, and with little hope of relief, the contingent of Aggies on the "Rock" mustered at the encouragement of Gen. George F. Moore '08. News of the Aggies' reflecting on the victors of San Jacinto and their alma mater electrified the nation.
This book traces the evolution of Aggie Muster from its early roots to the modern-day observance. Through research and hundreds of interviews, John A. Adams, Jr. '73 has captured the essence and spirit of the Texas Aggies' most time-honored tradition.

About the Author

John A. Adams, Jr. '73 holds a doctorate in history from Texas A&M University. He is a former commander of Squadron One (1972-73) of the Cadet Corps and a member of the Ross Volunteer Firing Squad.