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Thursday, January 17, 2008
![]() Texas State Flag Size: 3'x5' most popular size The official state flag of Texas, called the Lone Star Flag, was adopted in 1845 when Texas became the 28th state of the United States. The colors represent bravery (red), purity (white), and loyalty (blue). The large white star was first used on Texas flags in the 1830's during the battles between Texas and Mexico. State Capital: Austin Largest City: Houston Entered Union: December 29, 1845 Status: Texas was the 28th state in the USA and the 2nd biggest state State Flower: Bluebonnet State Tree: Pecan State Bird: Mockingbird State Song: "Texas, Our Texas" State Nickname: The Lone Star State State Motto: Friendship Bordering States: Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma Origin of the Name: The Caddo Indians of eastern Texas called their group of tribes the "Tejas," meaning "those who are friends" Related topics US State Flags America Flag Canada Flag Rebel Flag Historical Flag by: Flags Mart |
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