Tucson ― A History from the 1854 Gadsden Purchase

Since its purchase by the United States from Mexico in 1854, Tucson has had a rich history. David Devine, a long time historian and resident of Tucson, describes the city as “a college town with a major military base onto which a retirement community has been grafted.” In this book, Devine explores the history of Tucson paying particular attention to the problems that it faces in the 21st century. Ceremonies, the history of the University of Arizona, and racial tensions are all covered. Devine incorporates many unique voices, including political leaders, celebrities, and residents. Annotation c2015 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)

Since 1995, David Devine has been researching and writing about the history of Tucson, where he lives, and Southern Arizona. He contributed numerous articles to the Tucson Weekly and wrote five Smoke Signal monographs for the Tucson Corral of the Westerners.