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Today in Texas History
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Today's date: Feb. 19, 2010 | Close |
Year | Events |
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1846 | Although Texas officially becomes a state on Dec. 29, 1845, the formal transfer of government takes place on this date. |
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Sources: Texas Almanac, Handbook of Texas, Texas State Library & Archives Commission, Texas Historical Commission, Dallas Web Sites research |