2010 Texas Independence Day commemorates the historic event 174 years ago on March 2, 1836, the day Texas gained its independence from Mexico.
Most are familiar with the Declaration of Independence, but not all know that Texas had its own Declaration of Independence, signed on March 2nd, 1836, declaring his own Texas republic.
Inspired by the Declaration of 1776, the Texas document claimed Mexico had “no longer lives, to protect the liberty and property of the people” and committed “random acts of oppression and tyranny.”
Nine years later, in 1845, Texas became the 28th state of United States.
Texans celebrate today in a variety of ways. The website “Celebrate Texas” includes several events are held for Texas Independence Day 2010.
Today is Primary Day in Texas, with Senator Kay Bailey Hutchinson faced off with Governor Rick Perry Governor of Texas.
Texans looking for local Texas Independence Day events near them are advised to check local media listings. News 8 Austin has this roundup of Austin area events.
