Social changes, the Great Depression, and the New Deal. This is the second of three articles on this topic. Read part one here and part three here. See a timeline view of the 20th Century here.

Post secondary education includes any educational programs that require a high school diploma.

The Rosenwald Schools, founded by Julius Rosenwald, made it possible for Black children to received an education.

Texan Black baseball stars had not only a great impact in Texas but across the nation as they founded and shaped the Black baseball leagues.

Milton M. Holland received his Medal of Honor on April, 6, 1865.

On March 31, 1836, The Yellow Stone, a steamboat, inadvertently stumbled into Texas history.

After the Civil War, six regiments of black troops served in Texas and the West.

There were 52 African American legislators in Texas during the Reconstruction period.

Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom for Black Texans and one of the most important holidays observed in Texas.

The period of Texas Reconstruction and through the early 20th century was ridden in turmoil. This is the first of two articles on this topic. Read the second one here. Click here to view a timeline of this period.

Texas in the 20th Century experienced devastating events but also established unforgettable historical legacies. Read a narrative of this time period here.

Juneteenth, a new state constitution (or two), and a ... salt war?  For a narrative of this period, click here. 

Texas withdrew from the Union. The action was ratified by the voters on Feb. 23, 1861 in a referendum vote. Secession was official on March 2 For a narrative of this period, click here.