Texas Half Century – website

The Texas Half Century: How 50 Years Shaped the Lone Star State Few states have a history as bold and dramatic as Texas. The period commonly known as the Texas Half Century covers roughly the first 50 years of Texas’ independence and statehood, from the Texas Revolution in 1836 through the late 1880s. During these five decades, Texas transformed from a frontier republic into one of the fastest-growing states in America. The era was defined by revolution, expansion, conflict, and economic growth, leaving a lasting impact on the state’s identity. The Fight for Independence The Texas Half Century began with the Texas Revolution. In 1836, settlers in Mexican Texas fought…