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On September 5, 181 years ago, Sam Houston became the first elected president of the Republic of Texas.
Veteran Energy would like to pay tribute to one of the most decorated fighters of World War II, a Texas submarine commander named Samuel Dealey.
A much-anticipated boost in college benefits for veterans and their families was officially signed into law August 16.
August 19 is National Aviation Day. It was established by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt in 1939 as a way to celebrate and promote interest in the subject.
August 12 denotes 177 years since the Battle of Plum Creek, the most daring Native American invasion into the heart of Texas to ever take place.
August 3 marks the birth of famed American journalist Ernie Pyle, best known for reporting from the many front lines of World War II.
July 27 honors Korean War veterans. It marks the day in 1953 when the U.S., China, North and South Korea agreed to an armistice, bringing the war to an end.
From fossil fuels like oil and natural gas to renewables like wind energy, Texas is a leader. But there’s great potential for Texas solar power, too.
Howard Hughes broke the world’s record for fastest flight around the globe. It took Hughes three days, 19 hours and 14 minutes.
Texas isn’t the first place that comes to mind when we think about the American Revolution, but several heroes found their way to Texas and made a home.
