Texas has ben under Six National Flags in its history.
Texas Under Spain (1519-1685, 1690-1821)
Spain established the first European claim to what is now Texas in 1519 when Cortez came to Mexico.
Texas Under France (1685-1690)
In an attempt to expand west of Louisiana, France in 1685, laid claim to eastern Texas near the Gulf Coast.
Texas Under Mexico (1821-1836)
After Mexican independence, pioneers from the Hispanic south and the Anglo north flowed into Texas.
Texas as a Republic (1836-1845)
Ten years of independence brought the Texas republic epidemics, financial crises and continued clashes with Mexico.
Texas in the USA (1845-1861)
Texas became the 28th star on the U.S. flag when it joined the Union in 1845. Current Flag with 50 stars.
Texas in the Confederacy (1861-1865)
Govenor Sam Houston urged Texans to stay aloof or re-establish a neutral republic when the Civil War broke out.
Texas in the USA (1865-Present)
Rejoined the Union in 1845. Current Flag with 50 stars.
The Lone Star State is one of the most recognized nicknames of any state. It comes from the symbolism of the star on the 1836 flag of the republic.
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