Hundreds of civilians are believed to have died while fleeing east to Louisiana during the Texas Revolution 189 years ago.

Texans love their state, brush up on your knowledge of Lone Star history and find out where you celebrate Texas Independence ...

The bill could also lead to detailed examination of fiscal transfers between the state of Texas and the federal government.

The “Burnet Flag” was adopted in 1836, but was replaced in 1838 by the flag we know and love today. 10. Think Dallas and Houston have a feud? The Texas Archive War puts it to shame.

Texas has every right to be proud of its wonderful history and heritage. Raise a glass of Texas wine to toast Texas ...

Mexico gained independence from Spain in 1821. Texas was a contested territory, and by 1836 the Alamo had become a military outpost as Texans fought to win independence. That February, 189 Texan ...

Defeat usually begins in one of two ways: believing success to be impossible or assuming victory is assured. On March 7, 1836, betting against Texas independence would have been a pretty safe call.

On March 2, 1836, the first Texans declared independence from Mexico, and the Republic of Texas formed. Now, 189 years later, Dairy Queen is helping celebrate Texas Independence Day with a Texas ...