Larry W Jones

How Texas Got Its Shape Larry W Jones

The shape of Texas was formed from 1519 - 1845 under six governments and flags. Its development included Spain, France, Mexico, the Republic Of Texas, the Confederate States Of America and the United States Of America. The "Compromise Of 1850" settled disputes of boundaries with Oklahoma and New Mexico. For readers interested in history, this book, "How Texas Got Its Shape", makes the past come alive with wars, intrigue, politics and more. Fully illustrated, it will capture your attention visually along with the written word.