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Although six flags have flown over Texas, there have been eight changes of government: Spanish 1519-1685, French 1685-1690, Spanish 1690-1821, Mexican 1821-1836, Republic of Texas 1836-1845, United States 1845-1861, Confederate States 1861-1865, United States 1865-Present. |
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The Flagship Hotel on Seawall Boulevard in Galveston, Texas is the only hotel in North America built entirely over the water. |
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The world's first rodeo was held in Pecos, Texas on July 4, 1883. |
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