Texas has been ruled by 8 different governments and has 6 flags flown over it. They are France, Spain, Mexico, Confederate States, Republic of Texas and the United States.
Texas produces more wool than any other state in the U.S.
It was an independent nation for 10 years between 1836 and 1845.
The only natural lake in the state is Caddo Lake.
The capital city, Austin, is the live music capital of the world.
Compaq and Dell computers were founded in Texas and it is considered the Silicon Valley of the south.
Houston was the first word uttered from the moon.