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Fronteras: How a divergence of cultures led to interracial violence in 19th century Texas Jan 16, 2026

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Historian Sam W. Haynes explains how a convergence of Mexican, Anglo, and indigenous cultures led to instances of conflict and violence from 1821-1879.

Fronteras: ‘American Sons’ follows the impact of war on a brotherhood of Marines Jan 09, 2026

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The documentary follows the lives of San Antonian JV Villarreal and his Marine brothers while on tour in Afghanistan.

Fronteras: Harvard scholar explores Mexico’s Mesoamerican past, father’s key role in integration of college sports Jan 02, 2026

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Scholar and anthropologist Davíd Carrasco has dedicated much of his career to exploring Mexico’s Mesoamerican past. He is also dedicated to telling the story of his father, David L. Carrasco—an El Paso native who became the first Mexican American head basketball coach at a major U.S. university.

Fronteras: Harvard scholar explores Mexico’s Mesoamerican past, father’s key role in integration of college sports Jan 02, 2026

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