January 1st in 1849, Texas cattleman Samuel Burk Burnett was born in Bates County, Missouri. Burnett would go on to become a prominent figure in the Texas cattle industry, establishing the now-famous 6666 Ranch.
In 1863, Confederate troops reclaimed Galveston harbor at the Battle of Galveston, marking a significant victory for the Confederacy during the Civil War.
In 1890, the city of Dallas annexed the neighboring town of East Dallas, expanding its territory and influence in the region.
A turning point in the world of college football occurred in 1937, as the first Cotton Bowl Classic football game was played in Dallas, TX. Texas Christian University (TCU) emerged victorious, beating Marquette with a score of 16-6.
In more modern history, 2001 saw the “Texas 7” renting space in an RV park in Woodland Park, CO, after a high-profile prison break, capturing the nation’s attention.
On a more lighthearted note, in 2011, the TCU Horned Frogs secured a victory over the Wisconsin Badgers with a score of 21-19 in the Rose Bowl, solidifying their status as a force to be reckoned with in college football.