Texas is a state rich in history and on this day, February 19th, several key events have taken place throughout the years. From the birth of Joanna Troutman in 1818, who designed an early Texas Lone Star flag, to the formal transfer of government between Texas and the United States in 1846, this day holds significant historical value for the state.
One of the most notable events in Texas history on this day is the reunion of Indian captive Rachel Plummer with her husband in 1838. After spending over a year with the Comanches, she was finally able to return to her loved ones. Her harrowing experience was chronicled in her book, “Rachael Plummer’s Narrative of Twenty One Months Servitude as a Prisoner Among the Commanchee Indians.”
In addition, on February 19th, 1973, the Johnson Space Center in Houston was renamed to honor the late U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson. This center has played a crucial role in America’s space exploration and continues to be a hub for innovation and discovery.