Romance of the Ranchos
Rancho San Pasqual
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Romance of the Ranchos is a historical radio drama centered on the early history of California’s ranchos. The title evokes the Spanish and Mexican-era land grants and the people whose lives were shaped by them.
This recording is identified with Rancho San Pasqual, offering a glimpse into the program’s focus on a particular rancho and its history. The dramatic format brings historical subject matter to radio through spoken performance.
Its appeal lies in hearing California’s past presented as a story, with the rancho setting providing a sense of place and a window onto an earlier period.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.
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