Texas history

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Many civil war history buffs, especially those from the lone star state, believe the war really ended with a battle in South Texas.

Every state in the United States has its own history, its own culture, and its own geography. Something that can help mash all of those cultural aspects into one pretty mashed potato is coming up with a State Motto.

Texas is loaded with haunted places and El Paso has got way more than its fair share of spooky spots.

How many Presidents were actually from Texas, as in born and raised, and how many just said they were?

Are we called the lone star state because of the flags solo star or does the flag have one star because of the lone star nickname?

Some songs are based on true stories or real events. Here are some songs based on the dark past of events in Texas.

Not all cities in Texas have names whose origins are clear or easy to explain.

A hotel built in the '60's, and destroyed in 2011, was the only hotel in North America built over water.

If you are a loyal Texan and want to indulge your sweet tooth, do so with one of these.

If you're thinking to yourself that this is all rather weird and strange, buckle up. We're just getting started.

Officials at the University of Texas at San Antonio believe 'Come and Take It' is associated with more than just the Battle of Gonzales.