Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Gaúcho Independence Day


The state of Rio Grande do Sul celebrated their anniversary on September 20th. On that day in 1836 the farrapos, the leaders of the region, delcared the Republic of Rio Grande do Sul. It was a republic until 1845 when it was absorbed into the empire. A certain state in the United States has a similar story. Now what state would that be?

1 comment:

Sheila G. said...

Love the boots and pants (botas and bombachas)! Every good Texan needs a good pair of boots wherever he may live! Right???
Pray for Jamie - she is losing her job at the end of December in the cutbacks at LifeWay. Love you.