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.

Cattle drives started in earnest after the Civil War.

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.

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