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Texas
This category covers questions about Texas, the second largest state in the United States. Texas has had six different nations rule it, making it the only state to have had six flags flown over it. Texas is one of three states to have existed as an independent nation and the only state legally permitted to secede from the Union.
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Why is the Texas flag side by side the American flag?
TEXAS Flag is the only United States (State Flag) that is allowed to fly at equal height as the United States Flag. All other State flags must according to Federal Law fly below the top height of the U.S flag.
Why did Antonio Lopez De Santa Anna come to the Alamo?
During the Mexican War of Independence (1810-1821), Santa Anna fought for the Royalist forces trying to annihilate the pro-independence, insurgent movement. During February of 1821 he was persuaded by retired colonel Jose Joaquin de Herrera (1792-1854) to switch allegiances.
What were the reasons for settlers to come to Texas?
In the 1820's, thinking that it would validate the Mexican claims in America, the government of Mexico promised free or cheap land to US settlers, if they agreed to observe Mexican laws.
What is the price to visit the Alamo?
Going to the Alamo cost Jim Bowie and Davie Crocket their lives.
However, admission to the Alamo museum is free.
What was the Alamo used for before the war?
Before the battle of the Alamo it was used as a spainish mission in the 1750s and 1760s.
The origin of the Texas Rangers?
The Texas Rangers were originally The Washington Senators. However, they were not the original Washington Senators; the original Washington Senators became the Minnesota Twins. Now if you are talking about the law enforcement Rangers. They were organized as police force in Texas. The first members were "minutemen" hired by U.S. settlers as protection against Indian attacks in the 1835. They did not wear uniforms or salute their officers but were highly disciplined and known for their marksmanship. At their peak in the 1870s, the Rangers brought law and order to hundreds of miles of Texas frontier. In 1935 they were merged with the state highway patrol. They handle investigations in the state much like the FBI does in the country.
When wasTexans defeated by Santa Ana at the Alamo?
march 1836 is when they won not april, april is when
Who was the famous pioneer who died at the Alamo?
The famous person who was killed at the Alamo wasJames Bowie.
Who was opposed to Texas seceding from the US?
The Hawaiian Patriotic league opposed the annexation of Hawaii. President William McKinley proposed and favored the annexation of Hawaii.
When did the Alamo fall to Santa Anna's army?
In early March of 1836, Texas declared itself to be an independent republic and sought to separate themselves from Mexico. At this time, Santa Anna, the Mexican leader had established himself as dictator of Mexico. He quickly sought to end the rebellion in Texas, which had been part of Mexico. Santa Anna's troops headed for San Antonio, and there found Texans and others occupying the Alamo. The Texas troops there were heavily outnumbered and Mexican forces forced the fall of the Alamo to surrender on March 6, 1836.
because they did not want to except Texas's' annexation
What is Stephen F. Austin best known for?
Stephen F Austin was famous for successfully colonizing Texas with American citizens.
What Year Did Texas Declare Independent From Mexico?
Texas was it's own nation from the years of 1836 to 1835. After the battle of the Alamo, the Texan army continued to fight for their independence under the motto, "remember the Alamo" and after capturing Santa Ana, signed a treaty, giving them independence from Mexico in 1836. Thus, the Republic of Texas was created. Because Texas was once it's own nation, and asked to become a part of the United States (which at the time was a nation worthy of joining) Texas now holds the right to secede from America, and once again become the Republic of Texas. Texans still hold true to the movement of secession.. read more at www.texassecede.com..
Texas was named so because of the nickname given to the Creole people of the northeast Texas area "tejas" meaning "friendship," because of the area's friendly hospitality. Along with "The Lone Star State," Texas also holds the nickname, "The Friendship State."
The Republic of Texas was lead first by their president, the honorable, Sam Houston (of which the city of Houston is named after, as well as Sam Houston State University).
Texas has been a great addition to the United States, ever since those days. Under the direction of Rick Perry Texas has created more jobs than any other state, and now has more fortune 500 companies than any other state. As well as being a leader in oil, agriculture, and forestry.
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How did the Alamo affect the Texans independence?
While tactically insignificant for Mexico & strategically useless for the Texian Army, the Alamo nonetheless effectively pissed off every single inhabitant of Texas & created a unified front against Mexican aggression, despite the battle ending with a Texian loss. Beneficially for Texan Indepence, the Alamo became a rallying cry & motivation for Texian soldiers during battle.
What is less widely known is how the Goliad Massacre of Texian POW's & its aftermath affected the Texas War for Independence, becoming a rallying cry in much the same way as did the Alamo.
"Remember the Alamo!" & "Remember Goliad" were heard on the battlefield of San Jacinto by Texians under General Sam Houston, a battle which ended the war & brought about establishment of the Republic of Texas.
What problems did the Republic of Texas face?
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The problems between Texas and Mexico would include:
A portion of land in Texas, was granted for 100 American families to settle a colony in 1820, and become loyal subjects of Spain. However, by 1835, Americans outnumbered Mexicans by ten to one. This was because "Texas fever" spread across the South, and after the 1830's, the province had gone from 100 settlers to 30,000 settlers.
Many settlers had brought their slaves with them to Texas. Periodic attempts by Mexico to abolish slavery in Texas was a problem.
Mexico had became alarmed at the large number of Americans in Texas and began to restrict settlement. Some land grants were canceled.
Shooting occasionally broke out between Mexican troops and American cowboys.
What do you call people living in Texas?
The archaic terms for people living in Texas were called Texian or Texican. In modern days, people living in Texas are simply referred to as Texans, which is considered a proper term.
What do the colors of the texas flag represent?
There are three colors in the Texas state flag. The blue stands for loyalty, the red stands for bravery, and the white for purity.
The Alamo was already a hundred years old at the time of the siege and battle. It was founded in 1718 as a Spanish mission for the purpose of Christianizing the Indians indigenous to the area. The Indians themselves built the mission under the supervision of the Spanish priests and it was named Mission "San Antonio de Valero." The church was designed without the benefit of a master engineer, the roof collapsed almost immediately, and this portion of the mission was never actually completed.
What was the battle of independence of Texas from Mexico?
There were many, but the most important included the battles of El Alamo (February 23 - March 6 1836) and of San Jacinto (April 21, 1836).If you mean the WAR, it was the Texas Revolution (1835-1836).
