Original Map of the State Of Texas with Austin and Galveston, the Political and Commercial Centers of TexasTexas was an independent country for nine years from 1836 to 1845. After joining the United States as the 28th state, the population growth and economic potential in Texas exploded. A wealth of information detailing the dynamic growth in Texas during the first thirty years of statehood is reflected in this fine original map. This snapshot of the young State of Texas includes towns, counties, railroads, forts, camps, mountains, rivers and a host of