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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.
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Edwards Brothers Defy Mexico and Declare Fredonian Republic
On December 21, 1826, Haden Edwards signed the first declaration of independence in Texas history, igniting the Fredonian Rebellion in Nacogdoches.
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Texians Force General Cos to Surrender at Béxar
On December 11, 1835, Mexican General Cos capitulated to Texian forces, marking the first major victory in the fight for Texas independence.
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Texians Storm Béxar and Crush Mexican Tyranny
On December 9, 1835, Texian volunteers completed their siege of San Antonio de Béxar, proving that liberty could triumph over centralized oppression.
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Lamar Takes Power as Republic Defies Annexation
December 10, 1838: Mirabeau Lamar becomes second president of Texas Republic, championing independence over statehood as Houston fumes in colonial costume.
