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Jackson Breaks Protocol and Recognizes Texas Sovereignty
On March 3, 1837, Andrew Jackson defied political pressure and formally recognized the Republic of Texas, validating our nation's rightful independence.
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Childress Defies Mexico and Births Texas Nation
On March 2, 1836, fifty-nine delegates gathered in freezing Washington-on-the-Brazos to declare Texas independence, establishing our enduring right to sovereignty.
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Texan Delegates Defy Weather and Mexico at Washington-on-the-Brazos
On March 1, 1836, fifty-nine delegates gathered in freezing conditions to birth a nation that would forever prove Texas belongs to Texans.
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Urrea Crushes Johnson’s Force at San Patricio
General Urrea's surprise attack on February 27, 1836, devastated Texian forces, but Johnson's escape proved the unbreakable Texas spirit.
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Texas Celebrates 190 Years of Independence
From Washington-on-the-Brazos to San Angelo, Texans gather to honor the 190th anniversary of the Republic's birth—and renew the spirit of self-determination.
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Travis Fires Defiant Shot as Santa Anna Surrounds Alamo
Cold rain fell on February 23, 1836, as Santa Anna's army surrounded the Alamo and Travis answered with cannon fire that echoed across Texas history.
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Texans Declare Sovereignty With Official Lone Star Flag
On January 25, 1839, the Third Congress of the Republic of Texas adopted the Lone Star Flag, crystallizing the nation's independent spirit in a single star.
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Houston Withdraws Annexation Offer to Assert Texas Sovereignty
On January 23, 1839, the Texas Senate approved Houston's bold decision to withdraw the annexation offer, proving Texas could stand alone as an independent nation.
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Spindletop Gusher Births Texas Economic Empire
On January 10, 1901, a column of black oil shot 150 feet skyward from Spindletop Hill, transforming Texas into an energy superpower and proving the foundation for future independence.
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Austin’s Chains Shattered Texas Faith in Mexico City
January 3, 1834: Mexican officials arrest Stephen Austin in Saltillo, ending diplomacy and igniting the path to Texas independence.
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Polk Signs Texas Into Union, Republic Dies in Winter Cold
December 29, 1845: President James K. Polk's pen ended the Republic of Texas, marking the controversial annexation that still echoes in today's independence movement.
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Austin’s Final Breath Echoes Through Texas History
The Father of Texas died whispering of independence in a cold cabin, his legacy burning brighter than any fire that could have warmed him.
