The state of Texas is so diverse that there are many interesting facts about it. Even if you live in Texas, there is plenty of information you might not know. You can impress your friends with some of these intriguing facts about Texas. Whether you're going to visit or you just want to learn more about the state, here is some interesting trivia about the state.
The nickname for Texas is "The Lone Star State," which comes from when it got its independence from Mexico.
Texas typically gets the most tornadoes per year of all of the United States.
Some of the most popular snacks in Texas include corn dogs, Frito pie, and beef jerky.
The flag of Texas has three colors: red represents courage, white represents liberty, and blue represents loyalty.
The state capitol building is the largest capitol building of all U.S. capitols.
Dwight D. Eisenhower was the first president to be born in Texas.
The oldest law enforcement agency in the U.S. is the Texas Rangers.
More than 70,000 miles of highway exists in Texas, and there are more than a million different markers and signs along those highways.
Davy Crockett died at the Alamo in Texas.
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