What happened after the annexation treaty failed? Read primary documents to explore this period of Texas' history and learn about the people involved in this event.

A quick, organized look at the history and organizational structure of the three branches of Texas state government.

Read about the history of ranching in the state of Texas, and how this practice shaped the state's history.

Read about the part the question of the annexation of Texas played in the election of 1844 and the machinations of several politicians in addressing this question.

Here is an 11-page report written by Jessie Daniel Ames, the president of the Texas League of Women Voters, which details the founding of the League of Women Voters and their activities following the ratification of the 19th Amendment.

The Texas Quiz Show is an actual competition held online each year. Students sign up as individuals, and teachers are encouraged to use it as a class activity as well. Practice quizzes are posted three times a year, and students can use...

A short biography of Francis R. Lubbock, who became governor of Texas in 1861. He later served in the military until the end of the Civil War, then as the state treasurer of Texas.

A description of the Council House Fight in San Antonio, Texas in 1840, when Comanche leaders and warriors were killed during a planned meeting between the Comanches and Texas officials.

A biography of Lorenzo de Zavala, who served under President Santa Anna of Mexico, and then became a supporter of the Texas independence movement. He helped to draft the Republic of Texas Constitution.

A description of the Cordova Rebellion in 1838 against the Republic of Texas, led by Vicente Cordova.

A biography of Thomas Green. It covers his political and military career. A county was named after him in recognition of his service to Texas.

A biography of James Walker Fannin, Jr., who was active in the Texas Revolution.

A biography of Lulu Belle Madison White, who lived from 1907-1957. She was a prominent civil rights advocate with the NAACP in Texas.

Texas is rich in history from its early inhabitants through many wars. The Texas Parks and Wildlife highlight the historic sites which carry on the tales of the Lone Star State's past.

This site contains resource information for the state of Texas and links to items of interest.

Learn unique facts about each American state. You can also read a more in-depth history of each state, watch videos and play a game about all the states.

From the state of Texas, this page discusses notable Texans who were instrumental in the development of the state, along with links to their biographies.

This timeline launch page gives a general timeline of Texas History, and contains links for more in-depth study of each time period. It spans from ancient history to the twentieth century.

What made transportation in early Texas so difficult? What were the road conditions like? This article talks about land and water transportation in Texas in the years leading up to and after the Civil War. Also, check out photos and...

The history of Jose Antonio Navarro, "most influential Tejano of his generation," and his struggle for Texas independence and for the rights of Tejanos as citizens of Texas and the US.

The pride Texans feel about their state "can be traced to roots in the Republic of Texas era." Read about this era and the president who wanted Texas to stand alone and not become part of the U.S., and check out a map and other primary...

Texas was "teetering on the edge of total disintegration" when Sam Houston returned to the presidency. The population was down, money was down, and Texas was defenseless against "a resurgent Mexico." Read more about this period in Texas'...

By 1837, the Texas needed new ships, as the first ships were either "wrecked, captured, or seized by creditors." Learn how the second navy was formed by reading primary texts from this time in Texas' history: "S. Rhodes Fisher, the...

Read the synopsis and story of how the Spindletop gusher, a key event in the history of the Texas economy, began the United States oil industry.