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Texas History and Culture: The History of the Chihuahua

Christopher Duncan
posted on October 30, 2020October 30, 2020
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If you have recently made the decision to purchase or begin to research the history and culture of your new country, Texas history, and culture is something you will want to understand and be

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Understanding the Texas Constitution

Christopher Duncan
posted on June 15, 2020October 30, 2020
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If you think that the Texas Constitution is just a piece of paper, you are not alone. Many people, and even some lawmakers, are not aware of the Texas constitutional system. They assume that

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The Battle of San Jacinto

Christopher Duncan
posted on June 15, 2020December 7, 2020
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What is the Battle of San Jacinto? A Battle of San Jacinto is the first documented event involving Indians and Texans, though they had been living in what is now Oklahoma. The battle lasted from

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The Legend of Santa Anna

Christopher Duncan
posted on June 15, 2020December 7, 2020
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Who is Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna? In the United States of America, Santa Anna is a name that is often associated with the revolution and is synonymous with fighting. It is an appropriate name for

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The Texas Prohibition – A Brief Overview

Christopher Duncan
posted on June 12, 2020December 7, 2020
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If you know anything about the Texas prohibition, you’ll be well aware that it is one of the longest-standing alcohol laws in the United States. Even if you’re not very familiar with the

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Brown v. Board of Education and the Battle Against Separation

Christopher Duncan
posted on June 12, 2020December 7, 2020
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What is the significance of Brown v. Board of Education? The case of Brown v. Board of Education is important to read, because of its relevance today, and because of its importance in history. Like

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The Texas Civil War, Part I

Christopher Duncan
posted on June 12, 2020December 7, 2020
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When did the Civil War begin? The Texas Civil War was a war between the northern and southern states of the Union in 1861. It ended on May 5, 1865 when the Union surrendered to the Confederates. The

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Visiting the Alamo

Christopher Duncan
posted on June 12, 2020December 7, 2020
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What is the Alamo? The Alamo is a world-famous landmark. It is a shrine to the Texan spirit and a reminder of the United States’ great sacrifice during the Civil War. Visitors can stop by to

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Texas Historic Museums

Christopher Duncan
posted on June 12, 2020December 7, 2020
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You don’t have to travel far in Texas to find some of the best Texas historic museums. The list of potential attractions is endless. From the Alamo to the Texas Historical Marker to the famous

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Texas Museums to Visit

Christopher Duncan
posted on June 12, 2020December 7, 2020
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Visiting Museums in Texas The first thing that should come to mind when you think of a Texas museum is probably something like the state fair museum. That is certainly not the case. Although it might