On February 27th, throughout different years, various important events took place.
In 1850, Carlos Esparza and his followers attempted to separate from Texas and establish the Territory of the Rio Grande. However, the plan was dropped soon after, showing the difficulties of secession in the state.
In 1917, John Connally, the 38th Governor of Texas, was born on a farm near Floresville. He was also wounded in the Kennedy assassination in 1963, highlighting the connections between Texas and national politics.
On this day in 1948, Fort Worth Army Airfield was renamed Carswell Air Force Base in honor of Horace S. Carswell, Jr., a Medal of Honor recipient. This change commemorated his bravery and service to the country.
Finally, in 1970, Elvis Presley began a series of performances at the Astrodome in Houston, with over 200,000 people attending the shows. This event showcased the cultural significance of Texas in the music industry.