Day: May 11, 2023

The Battle of San Jacinto
The Battle of San Jacinto was a pivotal moment in Texas history, marking the end of the Texas Revolution and the beginning of Texas’s journey as an independent nation. (more…)

Flags of Texas Revolution
The Texas Revolution was a pivotal moment in the history of the United States. Beginning in 1835 and lasting until 1836, the Texas Revolution was a conflict between the settlers of Texas and the government of Mexico. (more…)

The Putman-Lockhart Kidnappings
The Putman-Lockhart kidnappings were a series of abductions that took place in Texas during the 19th century. (more…)

Irish Colonies of Texas
The history of Texas is deeply entwined with that of Irish immigrants, who arrived in the state in large numbers in the mid-19th century. (more…)

The Manzanar Project
The Manzanar Project was a controversial government initiative that forcibly relocated Japanese Americans to internment camps during World War II. (more…)

History of Jersey Settlement
The Jersey Settlement, also known as the New Jersey Settlement, was a small community of settlers in East Texas that played a significant role in the early development of the region. (more…)

Prelude to the American Revolution
Let’s talk about the events leading up to the American Revolution. What caused the tension between the American colonies and the British government? (more…)

Mexican Revolutionary movement and Father Hidalgo
The Porfiriato period was characterized by economic growth, modernization, and industrialization. (more…)

Who Will Go With Old Ben Milam Into San Antonio?
The Battle of San Antonio, also known as the Siege of Bexar, was a pivotal moment in the Texas Revolution. The city of San Antonio was a strategic location for both the Texans and the Mexican army. (more…)

The Republic of the Rio Grande
The Republic of the Rio Grande was a short-lived independent state located in northern Mexico, encompassing parts of present-day Texas, Tamaulipas, Nuevo Leon, and Coahuila. (more…)