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From colonial times, settlers in Texas used the lone star as a symbol of the area. Only ten days after Texas declared itself a republic, the Texas Provisional Government declared the single star to be the "particular emblem" of the Republic. Some sources state that the simple design and single star represented the united will of the citizens of the new Republic of Texas to throw off their former Mexican governors.

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Why do they call Texas the lone star state?

Texas is called the Lone Star State because the first flag of the Republic of Texas adopted by the Congress in 1836 was blue with a golden star on it. This flag was known as the Burnet flag. The later Republic flag, now the state flag, has one lone white star in the blue field next to white and red stripes. (The white stripe is above the red.) ============================================== "Lone Star" state is Texas's nickname. Prior to the Mexican-American war, Texas gained independence from Mexico. Since Mexico had a large expanse of un-inhabited land, they allowed American settlers to live in the area. Stephen Austin (son of Moses Austin) urged the province to gain freedom. It's been called the Lone-Star Republic since.


What does the star mean on the Texas flag?

I have no idea but IF you know change this answer and put the REAL one on. Thank you! From: Answer person To: Wiki answer P.S. I'm sorry I don't have the answer.


How many stars on the USAs flag?

The white stars on the American flag symbolize the individual states . There is one star for each state . There are 50 stars in the USA flag.


What star on the US flag represents the State of Pennsylvania?

No one star on the flag represents a given state. It's the number of stars (50) that symbolizes the United States of America. Good Question.


What does the 4th star mean on the American flag stand for?

The 4th star on the American flag represents the state of Kentucky, which was admitted to the Union on June 1, 1792. The stars on the flag symbolize the individual states, with each star representing one state. Kentucky was the 15th state to join, and the flag's design has evolved since its inception to accommodate the addition of new states. The current flag, with 50 stars, reflects the states as of July 4, 1960.

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How many stars are on the Texas flag?

There is only one star on the Texas flag, which represents the Lone Star State.


How many stars on Texas state flag?

There is one large white star on the Texas state flag, representing unity among the state's citizens.


When was a flag with a white star first flown in Texas?

One was a flag what a white star first loan and Texas


Why is there only one star on the state flag of Texas?

The single star represents Texas as "The Lone Star State." The five points of the star represent fortitude, loyalty, righteousness, prudence, and broadmindedness, the characteristics of a good citizen of Texas.


What was Texas named after the design in its flag?

It got the nickname "the lone star state" because its flag has one star on it.


Which state originally flew a flag with one star on it?

Texas


What is the name of the Texas state flag?

The Texas state flag is pretty similar to the American flag, but it does differ. The left most quarter of the flag is a blue stripe going vertically with a big star. Next to it are 2 thick stripes running horizontally- one red one and one blue one. A picture of the flag and other information can be found here at the link below.


How many stars in Vietnam flag?

There is only one star on the Vietnam flag.


Why does the Texas state flag only have one stripe?

no one knows why


Why is there only one star on California flag?

The single star on the California flag represents California's status as an independent republic during the Bear Flag Revolt of 1846. The revolt was a rebellion by American settlers against Mexican rule, and the flag was designed to symbolize their desire for independence. The star is a nod to the California Lone Star Flag, reflecting the influence of the Texas Lone Star Flag, which also represents independence. The bear and the star together symbolize strength and independence in California's history.


What flag in afrca is simila to USA?

The flag of Liberia is similar, but has only one star.


What does Chile's flag look like?

It is quite similar to the Flag of TEXAS in USA, but the blue and star are only on the left corner, and the red goes below from left to right. Chile's flag was created before Texas one though.