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Motto "Friendship" 1930 [1] [2] Nickname "The Lone Star State" [1] Flag: The Lone Star Flag [1] June 30, 1839 National seal: Seal of the Republic of Texas: January 25, 1839 State seal: Seal of Texas: December 29, 1845 Reverse of the seal August 26, 1961 National coat of arms: Coat of arms of the Republic of Texas January 25, 1839 State coat of arms
Eureka, the motto of California on its state seal Nil sine numine, the motto of Colorado on its state seal Ua Mau ke Ea o ka ʻĀina i ka Pono, the motto of Hawaii on its state quarter Crossroads of America, the motto of Indiana on its state quarter Ad astra per aspera, the motto of Kansas on its state seal Live Free or Die, the motto of New Hampshire on its state quarter Labor omnia vincit ...
"Texas-sized" describes something that is about the size of the U.S. state of Texas, [340] [341] or something (usually but not always originating from Texas) that is large compared to other objects of its type. [342] [343] [344] Texas was the largest U.S. state until Alaska became a state in 1959. The phrase "everything is bigger in Texas" has ...
For nearly a century, Texas has had a one-word state motto: “Friendship.” But many see that easygoing connection changing. “I always thought of Texas as a friendly place.
Texas' motto reflects its welcoming and communal spirit. Known for its large size and diverse landscapes, Texas is a state that's as varied as it is large. MediaFeed/ iStock/ STILLFX
Austin, Texas: Friendship; ... Virginia State Motto: Sic semper tyrannus (Thus always to tyrants) Richmond, Virginia: Sic Itur Ad Astra (Such is the way to the Stars)
The Battle of the Alamo was a pivotal event in Texas history that is seen as a source of Texas pride. [4] Figures such as James Bowie, David Crockett, as well as lesser-known Texas heroes, like James Bonham and Almeron Dickenson, began to emerge as the cause for the fight became more personal and the pride in Texas and desire for independence grew. [5]
Here are five State Fair attractions that make it worth the drive: Big Tex. The State Fair of Texas wouldn’t be the same without a Texas-sized “Howdy, folks!” greeting by the one and only ...