On February 1, 1861, Texas voters unanimously decided to secede from the Union. This decision followed the secession of several other Southern states in response to the election of Abraham Lincoln as president. The Texas secession convention also voted to join the Confederate States of America.
Confederate Texas
Texas played an important role in the Confederate war effort. The state provided troops, supplies, and food for the Confederate army. Texas also served as a base for Confederate operations in the West.
The war was extremely destructive to Texas. The state's economy was devastated, and many lives were lost. Texas also suffered from a long period of Reconstruction after the war.
Rejoining the Union
Texas was formally readmitted to the Union on March 30, 1870. The state had to go through a period of reconstruction before it could fully rejoin the Union.
The Reconstruction era was difficult for Texas. The state was struggling to rebuild its economy, and there was a lot of political unrest. However, by the end of the 19th century, Texas was on its way to becoming one of the most prosperous states in the United States.
Texas Today
Today, Texas is one of the most populous and economically powerful states in the United States. The state has a diverse economy and a strong agricultural sector. Texas is also home to a number of major cities, including Houston, Dallas, and Austin.
Texas is proud of its history, and its people are fiercely loyal to their state. The star of Texas is a symbol of the state's independence and spirit of self-reliance.