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Fiesta Medals: the Volkssporting Connection

by Susan | Apr 18, 2023 | history, San Antonio insider, tips

San Antonio touts its annual Fiesta as a “party with a purpose.” It traces its origins to 1890 with the first “Battle of the Flowers” parade, commemorating the Texians victory over Santa Anna at San Jacinto. The participants pelted each other...

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