The Story of Our Heritage
Nestled between the beautiful Blanco River and a fabulous Texas Hill Country setting the property is rich with history and beauty.
The history of the area is diverse and complex but is a fantastic journey of human drama and perseverance. The area was originally settled by the French in 1685. The French were eventually driven out by Spanish settlers in 1715 and then by 1824 the original Spanish settlements were declared independent of Spain and the Mexican Government was established as a separate Republic.
Settlers from the United States eventually established a foot-hold in the region and drove out the Mexican armies with fierce battles at the Alamo and San Jacinto in 1836. After defeating the Mexican armies the United States recognized Texas as an independent republic in 1837. On July 4th 1845 Texas was annexed to the United States.
During the most difficult time in American history Texas secession to the United States in 1861 was driven by the Civil War. After defeat of the confederate states Texas was again granted representation in the United States Congress in 1870.
"A big part of Texas history"
During the latter half of the 19th century another great American phenomenon occurred. Cattlemen rounded up millions of longhorn cattle and drove them north across Indian lands into Kansas and the great legend of the American cowboy was born. The Chisholm Trail emerged as another American legend and this trail ran through what we now know as Blanco Vista.
Prior to 1685 and during this entire period of time described the Tonkawa Indian Tribe survived and even became an integral part of the Texas Rangers helping settle the area.
Also prior to 1685 another important component of the Blanco Vista Community was started and still remains today. In the very early 1600’s a sprout started within the community and today still stands as a mighty oak tree at the entrance of the community at Blanco Vista Boulevard. This spectacular tree is a monument for a great period of time that is rich in history for Texas. It is probable that Tonkawa Indians, French and Spanish settlers, cowboys and the heroes of the Alamo and San Jacinto battles took refuge under this dynamic tree for shade and protection against the elements.
The Blanco Vista property is truly a big part of Texas history and Carma Developers commitment to their communities will ensure that this beauty and heritage stays intact for our residents.
The name Blanco Vista is indicative of the areas Spanish influence and the community is over looking the magnificent Blanco River.
