Remembering the “Queen City of the West”: The Untapped Archaeological Resources of Indianola, Texas

Authors: Arnold III J.B.; Keyes S.J.

Source: International Journal of Historical Archaeology, Volume 4, Number 4, December 2000 , pp. 335-348(14)

Publisher: Springer

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Abstract:

Though its life was quite brief (1844–1886), the now-forgotten Gulf Coast port of Indianola, Texas, played a pivotal role in the settlement of the Southwest. This flourishing metropolis was ravaged by an 1875 hurricane, then completely destroyed by an even fiercer storm in 1886. Initial investigations have revealed vestiges of the wharves, a substantial debris field, and two important shipwrecks, proving the site's tremendous archaeological potential. Because of its unique place in Texas and U.S. maritime history, the former “Queen City of the West” merits further study.

Keywords: Texas Gulf Coast; seaports; wharves; steamboats

Language: English

Document Type: Regular paper

Affiliations: 1: Institute of Nautical Archaeology Texas Operations Division, Texas A&M University, P.O. Drawer H.G., College Station, Texas 77841-5137

Publication date: 2000-12-01