On July 26th 2008 dignitaries, historians, and members of the community gathered in Karnes City, Texas to pay tribute and honor one of our most notable Granadero members. Thanks to the Texas Connection to the American Revolution Association (TCARA) for sponsoring the event. The Honorable Judge Robert H. Thonhoff was honored with a living memorial, a 12 ft. tall Live Oak tree planted on the grounds of the Karnes County courthouse, where he served as County Judge for several years. A plaque by the tree describes Judge Thonhoff as a “Savior of Texan and American History.” This is an apt description of what he accomplished with his research, books, lectures and speeches for over 25 years. His work showed that Spain’s assistance with treasure, military aid and sacrifice had gone from the halls of the Palacio Real in Madrid to the American colonists, as well as directly from his Spanish subjects in the New World, and that it had been vital to the outcome of the revolution. His work also revealed that Texas longhorns had fed Bernardo de Gálvez’s army, and thus gave Texas “a connection” to the American Revolution.” So today I honor you as a friend, Mr. Thonhoff, and for the great inspiration you have been in my life. You taught me to carry-on, to care for the history of our fathers, and to preserve it for the generations that will follow. And thank you for your "Yo Solo" attitude in continuing this great undertaking during your life. ¡Viva Gálvez! Rolando Cantu La Revista Online Editor |
| Living Memorial Dedication To Honor Judge Robert H. Thonhoff |
Links to Event and Robert Thonhoff Wilson County Newspaper Cover 1 Cover 2 Robert Thonhoff Online Essays Online Photos of the Ceremony |
