Texas is the second largest state and the second most populated. The "lone star" signifies the states former independence and its struggle to gain independence from Mexico.
1845
When did Texas become a state
Texas was actually its own republic (Lone Star Republic) for nine years until its annexation in 1845.
1929
So I have heard. Although I heard it from Alex Jones - conspiracy theorist so YMMV.
they feared Texas would become another slave state
they became a state in 1845.
in 1881
The Republic of Texas declared its independence from Mexico on March 2, 1836, and joined the United States of America as the state of Texas on December 29, 1845, so for a little over 9 years, Texas was its own country.
The Red Grapefruit was designated as the Texas state fruit in 1995.
The fact that it is the only state in the union capable to support its own economy and become its own country. Plus the food there rocks and just about everyone you meet is down to earth.
You, Me, and everyone else
texas and hawaii