How Independence was Celebrated in Early Texas

Celebrating July 4, also known as Independence Day, a majority of Texas residents enjoyed the holiday with traditional picnics, barbeques, family gatherings, and perhaps an outing to a lake or river. Of course, the evening hours are devoted to shooting off fireworks or attending a local fireworks display.

Independence Day celebrations were not much different during the early days in Texas history. Even before Texas became a state, residents came together and celebrated much the same way we do today.

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