Rare Original Map of The Republic of Texas and the United States exclusive

Rare Original Map of The Republic of Texas and the United States exclusiveFor nine years Texas was an independent nation appearing as such on maps from, the era. This is one of less than three examples, however, that names Texas as a Republic on the face of the map itself. The crucial test for any nation declaring itself as sovereign is recognition by the world powers of the era as a legitimate government. This fine map, published in Scotland, reflects the recognition of Texas by Queen Victoria and the United Kingdom, which

a tree in the middle

The topographic detail is unusually detailed for a map of this time

A Print of this Fine Rare Original Map is also available

southeastern Texas was particularly vulnerable to attacks by Santa Anna’s forces

the Texan force grew to over 200 armed men

By the end of the 19th century

cities and counties were established in Texas in part due to the ever expanding system of transportation

The Swamplands along the Sabine River at the Louisiana border and the Nueces Strip between the Rio Grande and the Nueces River along the border with Mexico were both filled with bandits and desperadoes

water holes

The attack was so sudden that the battle was over in less than 20 minutes

X was for the Roman numeral ten

fearing the worst