Hemisfair '68 and the Transformation of San Antonio

About this book

In 1968 a worlds fair sparked a transformation of San Antonio. A monolithic Old Guard overcame four decades of post-Depression lethargy to put on the event only to find itself soon overthrown by populist forces unleashed by the new energy. As change rippled outward rising minority political groups gained a decisive voice in economic developments. In this book the author records the HemisFair and post-HemisFair experiences and reflections of 34 prominent San Antonians told in their own words.