Why Texas Is Called The Lone Star State
You've probably heard that everything is bigger in Texas. You've also probably heard it called the "Lone Star State," and the nickname has a complex history.
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You've probably heard that everything is bigger in Texas. You've also probably heard it called the "Lone Star State," and the nickname has a complex history.
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