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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Dangerous Latitudes
DESCRIPTION:Take a journey through the historic boundaries of Texas during Lunch and Learn: Dangerous Latitudes on Tuesday\, October 27. 🗺️ \nGuest speaker and author Jack Woodfille London will share the story behind Dangerous Latitudes. The program explores the vast territory once claimed by the Republic of Texas. \nBring your lunch and discover a fascinating chapter of Texas history! \n🗺️ Explore the Historic Borders of Texas\nBetween 1836 and 1850\, the Republic of Texas claimed sovereignty over an enormous area of land. \nYears later\, Jack W. London and two friends decided to retrace those distant borders. Their goal was ambitious. They wanted to journey along and explore the former boundaries of Texas. \nTogether\, the trio traveled across West Texas and along the Rio Grande River. Then\, they continued into areas that are now part of the United States. \nAlong the way\, they discovered stories that connect Texas history with issues still discussed today. \n📖 Discover the Story Behind Dangerous Latitudes\nLondon’s journey helped inspire his novel\, Dangerous Latitudes\, which was released in 2025. \nThe book explores this fascinating era in Texas history. In addition\, London has continued researching the state’s former boundaries. \nHis upcoming nonfiction book\, Audacity\, will explore the same subject. It is scheduled for release in January 2027. \nDuring this Lunch and Learn\, guests can hear more about London’s research\, travels\, and discoveries. 📚 \n🎤 Meet Guest Speaker Jack Woodfille London\nJack Woodfille London is the author of Dangerous Latitudes. \nFor this special program\, London will discuss his expedition along the former borders of the Republic of Texas. He will also share insights into the history he encountered along the way. \nTherefore\, history enthusiasts can learn about Texas from a unique perspective. \n📅 Lunch and Learn Event Details\n📚 Event: Lunch and Learn: Dangerous Latitudes\n📅 Date: Tuesday\, October 27\n🕛 Time: Noon–1 p.m.\n🎤 Guest Speaker: Jack Woodfille London\n📖 Author of: Dangerous Latitudes \n⭐ Learn More About Texas History\nTexas history stretches far beyond the state’s modern boundaries. \nThis Lunch and Learn offers a chance to discover where those borders once reached. Additionally\, guests can hear firsthand about the journey to retrace them. \nSo\, bring your lunch and your curiosity. Then\, get ready to explore the fascinating history behind Dangerous Latitudes! 🗺️📚
URL:https://goroundrock.com/events/lunch-learn-dangerous-latitudes/
LOCATION:Baca Center\, 301 West Bagdad Ave\, Round Rock\, TX\, 78664\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn - History
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