Very Rare Map of the Early Texas Land Grants, circa 1836 emblems-of-the-iconic-texas-spirit

Very Rare Map of the Early Texas Land Grants, circa 1836 emblems-of-the-iconic-texas-spiritThis map of the earliest settlements in Texas was issued in 1836, the first year of Texas Independence. Drawn by E. F. Lee and published as part of David B. Edwards The History of Texas, or the Emigrants Farmers and Politicians Guide, the map contains excellent detail of the first land grants. To encourage development, the Mexican government licensed promoters, called empresarios, to attract settlers to Texas. Each empresario was given a specific area

At least nineteen of these men from New Orleans died defending the Alamo on March 6th

each paired with a classic portrait from his service as Prime Minister during the war years

as recognized by the United States

It is very ornate with striking vignettes of the goddesses of Liberty and Justice flanked by the Texas and American flags

Many natural features for prospective visitors and settlers are listed

To the southwest

where the Texans defeated the dictator Santa Anna and won their Independence in 1836

Hawkins' design was approved by President Burnet in April of 1836

or Old San Antonio Road

Texans not involved in any aspect of the industry directly benefit from petroleum’s financial contributions to the state’s economy

Their traditions

The Alamo fell on March 6