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Growing up in the Dallas, Texas area during the 1970s' through the
very early 90s', Six Flags Over Texas always was a real treat to go to. Although the park has changed alot since I was a small
child, the park is still one of my favorites.
Many thanks go out to Darryl for the use of his early 1970's postcards.
"NIGHTTIME EXCITEMENT"
The world's tallest land-based Oil Derrick rises over 300 feet into night sky
at SIX FLAGS OVER TEXAS. From observation decks atop the derrick visitors can see the brightly lighted skylines of both Dallas
and Fort Worth.
"MALL OF THE SIX FLAGS"
Special landscape lighting turns SIX FLAGS Over Texas into another wonderland
after dark, high-lighting the stately Corinthian colums and the flags of Spain, France, Great Britian, Confederacy, State
of Texas, and USA.
"LOST KIDS? NOPE!"
There's never been alost child at SIX FLAGS Over Texas, but there are plenty
of "lost parents." Youngsters can wait for their parents in the theme park's colorful Lost Parents Caboose.
"BANG-PRETEND YOU'RE DEAD"
The good guys win out over the bad guys several times a day on the excitement-filled
streets of the Texas section at Six Flags Over Texas.
"CANNON AHEAD!"
A gusher of water shoots into the air as "Spanish cannon" fire on a boat making
a trip on the LaSalle's Adventure ride at SIX FLAGS Over Texas. There's excitement everywhere in the family entertainment
center.
"FUN OUT OF THE PAST"
The Chaparral Antique Cars chug through the lavishly landscaped grounds at SIX
FLAGS Over Texas. Each year the Texas fun spot hosts more than 2,000,000 visitors from throughout the world.
"TEXAS EXCITEMENT"
Three of the most popular rides at SIX FLAGS Over Texas are shown in action.
At the top is the Runaway Mine Train which annually carries more than 2 1/2 million riders. At the center is an authentic
1898 steam engine carries passengers over a narrow guage track which encircles the huge theme park. And, in the foreground
is the SIX FLAGS Mini Mine Train, designed for the younger set.
"SPIRAL OF EXCITEMENT"
The Big Bend, traveling at speeds up to 55mph, provides thrills for thousands
of visitors to SIX FLAGS Over Texas. The huge ride is one of the most popular at the theme park.
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