How did Texas become a state?

Yeehaw! Have you ever wondered why Texas is nicknamed the 'Lone
Star State'? Get ready for a huge historical adventure! Today,
Mira and Finn uncover the dramatic story of how Texas joined
America—and it wasn't a straight line!


Believe it or not, Texas was once a giant part of Mexico. When
American settlers moved in, they decided they wanted things to be
different! This led to some famous, big fights, like the
legendary Battle of the Alamo, where brave heroes fought for
freedom.


But here’s the wildest part: after the fighting, Texas didn't
join the USA right away. It became its OWN COUNTRY for nine whole
years! That’s right, Texas was a republic with its own president
and flag before it officially became the biggest state in the
United States (until Alaska came along!). Tune in to discover the
wild history of independence, country-building, and joining the
American family!