US Department of State
Biographies of the Secretaries of State: James Addison Baker Iii
Short biography on James Baker, who has held many prominent roles within the U.S. Government, including Secretary of Treasury, White House Chief of Staff and Secretary of State.
Lone Star Junction
Lone Star Junction: The First Lone Star State Fair
The first state fair of Texas was held in Corpus Christi in 1852, with mixed success. Read about the history of this fair and the ambitious people who initiated it and oversaw it.
Lone Star Junction
Lone Star Junction: The Capitols of Texas
Information about the eight different capitol buildings used by Texas from the start of the Republic of Texas up to the present. Includes drawings and later photos.
Curated OER
Texas State Flag
Offers much general information regarding Texas history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
A&E Television
History.com: This Day in History: Texas Enters the Union
On December 29, 1845, Texas officially joined the Union as a slave state, after lengthy delays.
Other
Conservation History Association of Texas: The Texas Legacy Project: Maps
A collection of links to a variety of maps and exercises about state resources, and help give historic background and regional context to the environmental issues that arise in Texas.
University of Oregon
Mapping History Project: Territorial Expansion of the u.s. 1783 1853
Click on the sliding bar and watch how the United States territory grew with the Louisiana Purchase, Florida Acquisitions, Texas Annexation, Oregon Country, and Mexican Cession.
University of Groningen
American History: Biographies: George Walker Bush (1946 )
George W. Bush is the 43rd President of the United States. He was sworn into office January 20, 2001, after a campaign in which he outlined sweeping proposals to reform America's public schools, transform our national defense, provide...
Other
Thomas Intermediate School: Southwestern States Activity
Teachers and students can find activities for the Southwest, the states of Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and Oklahoma. The grade is based on the number of activities and the quality of work.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: "American Blood on American Soil"
President James Polk's desire was for the United States to stretch from sea to shining sea. See what happened when his overatures to Mexico to buy the land north of the Rio Grande River were spurned. Take a brief vote to see if Polk was...
Curated OER
National Park Service: Chamizal National Memorial
After a long disagreement over the border between Texas and Mexico as the Rio Grande shifted, the Chamizal Treaty was established in 1963. The Chamizal National Memorial marks the border and stands for peace between two countries, two...
Digital History
Digital History: The Clinton Presidency
Short, but comprehensive, synopsis of Clinton's two terms as president. Included in the article is the 1992 campaign, successful and controversial legislation, and the scandals that would eventually become part of his presidential legacy.
Other
Sweatt v. Painter Archive
This site has just about everything one might want to know in an investigation of the important Supreme Court decision in Sweatt vs. Painter.
Other
Texas Military Forces Museum: Choctaw: Codetalkers
Learn about the long history of Choctaw tribal members working in alliance with the United States military.
50 States
50 States: Texas (Tx)
Find here a collection of links to information about the state of Texas. Categories include facts, government, geography, education, people, attractions, history, industry, and miscellaneous.
Other
History and Timelines: Texas History Timeline
A timeline of events covering important dates in Texas history beginning in 1519, and ending in 1898.
University of Groningen
American History: Essays: Anglo American Colonization in Texas: Secession
Discusses where different southern states stood on the issue of secession prior to the Civil War.
Texas Railroad Commission
Texas Railroad Commission: Kids World: History of Coal Use
This one-page summary provides many facts about the history and origin of coal in providing humans with heat and energy.
Cayuse Canyon
The Us50
This clickable map of the United States gives students access to research information from history and tourism to attractions and famous historic figures.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Harcourt: Biographies: Miriam Ferguson 1875 1961
This brief biography offers information about the first female governor of Texas who worked to pass anti-Klan laws and offer services for needy citizens.
Other
Lone Star Internet: All About Texas
Looking for Texas history? Texas parks? Texas city information? Texas government? Texas universities? Find a ready resource here with links to all kinds of basic information on the Lone Star State.
University of Oregon
University of Oregon: Mapping History: Texas: 1836
This is a very simple map showing the Republic of Texas and the territory disputed with Mexico in 1836.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Harcourt: Biographies: Oveta Culp Hobby 1905 1995
Elected to both the Texas and National Women's Hall of Fame, Oveta Culp Hobby led an accomplished life in politics, in the military, and government. here you can learn about her journey.
Curated OER
The Six Flags of Texas
A difficult site to categorize but a useful one to educators, parents, and students. In addtion to serving as a doorway to a variety of business enterprises in the Lone Star State, it offers a numerous, useful educational sites:...
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