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During the Texas Revolution in 1835, San Antonio was captured by the Texans from Mexico. This event precipitated the attach on the Alamo by General Santa Anna in 1836. |
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During the period of July 24-26, 1979, the Tropical Storm Claudette brought 45 inches of rain to an area near Alvin, Texas, contributing to more than $600 million in damages. Claudette produced the United States 24 hour rainfall record of 43 inches. |
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The worst natural disaster in United States history was caused by a hurricane that hit Galveston, Texas in 1900. Over 8000 deaths were recorded. |
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