Biloxi, Jamie Bounds Ellis and Jane B. Shambra
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Biloxi, Jamie Bounds Ellis and Jane B. Shambra
Language
eng
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Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
Biloxi
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electronic resource
Nature of contents
dictionaries
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Jamie Bounds Ellis and Jane B. Shambra
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Images of America
Summary
Biloxi, named for the Native American tribe originating on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, is the peninsula city picturesquely situated between the Gulf of Mexico's Mississippi Sound and the calm waters of Biloxi's Back Bay. Shaped by European exploration, Biloxi boasts many colorful stories and personalities. Images of America: Biloxi showcases the city's history, including tales about the seafood and canning industries, immigration, religion, centuries of tourism, gambling, and diversity, as well as the Keesler Air Force Base. Explore the birthplace of Apollo 13 astronaut Fred Haise, celebrated potter George E. Ohr, and Barq's Root Beer. The images presented in this book offer a glimpse into why Biloxi is a destination place for people near and far
Target audience
adult
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