Texas History

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Texas history is closely tied to the history of its land. As the oldest state agency, GLO holds records dating back to the Spanish Colonial period and the establishment of Catholic missions in the American Southwest. The documents of successive governments reveal a further rich history of immigration, military service, and economic development. 

To support Texas social studies teachers, the GLO offers an extensive selection of digital primary sources suitable for classroom use. It has an especially strong collection of maps showing Texas from its earliest colonization to the present day. Visit the  Texas GLO Map Database and Store to locate suitable maps for your needs.