Texas on the Eve of Statehood featured-selections originally published at the turn

originally published at the turn of the last century

or the Emigrant’s Farmer’s and Politician’s Guide

A Museum Quality Print of this Fine Original Map is also available

Rosebery succeeded Gladstone as Prime Minister

The first cars were pulled by horses and mules through the dusty

Texas on the Eve of Statehood featured-selections originally published at the turnThis detailed map provides a captivating portrait of the Independent Republic of Texas on the eve of joining the United States and becoming the 28th State. Scores of towns, cities and counties are shown particularly in the more populous south east portion of the country. Austin, resting along the Colorado River, is marked as the Capital of Texas. The site of the legendary battle of San Jacinto, where the Texans defeated the dictator Santa Anna and won