The Texas Independence Day Celebration of North Texas at Granbury, created by the Texas Heroes Foundation, celebrates the rich heritage of the great State of Texas. Our goal is to preserve that history for our children and grandchildren. March 2 is the perfect time to share our message with all of North Texas through education, and a celebration of the history that made Texas great.
Join us March 2, 2015, and help North Texas celebrate Texas Independence Day. Parade and Events March 21-22
Support Texas Independence Day Celebration and the Student History Competition
We hope you will help support this passion to keep Texas History in our hearts and minds. With even a small donation, Texans can know they too are a hero. They have done their part to save the stories of our Texas Heroes–David Crockett, William Travis, Gregorio Esparza and so many more.
Last year’s Best of Show Award and cash prize of $300.
Texas, Our Texas…Celebrate The History
“Texas shall be free, independent or we shall perish with glory in battle.” ~Juan N. Seguin, son of a pioneer Tejano family, formed a volunteer company of Tejano soldiers with the ringing proclamation that “Texas will again lift it’s head and stand among the nations. It ought to do so, for no country upon the […]
Real Texans Celebrate Texas Independence Especially on March2!
An educational and inspiring program for March 2, 2015 at 12:30 noontime at Elizabeth Crockett Memorial Ceremony – Acton Cemetery Welcome, Prayer – Rev Glenn Ward Recognition of attending Crockett Family members – Sylvia Hickey Memorial for Ken Hendricks – Sons of Confederates Historical Presentations – Brandy Herr David Crockett comments – Rich Merrill Amazing […]
The Last Messenger – Ancestor of Grand Marshal
Grand Marshal of The TIDC 2015 Parade, James Veale shares his family ancestor. John William Smith – 1792-1845 The Last Messenger to Leave the Alamo John William Smith., also known as El Colorado, marked history as the last messenger from the Alamo and the first anglo mayor of San Antonio. Born in Virginia, on November 4, 1792, he moved as a youth to Ralls […]
Texas Navy in the War for Texas Independence
Bring your family to see the Texas Navy float down Pearl Street February 28, 2015
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Remember the Alamo, Goliad and Texas Independence
TEACHERS, PARENTS AND STUDENTS Share this information with everyone you know who loves Texas History and wants to remember the Alamo, Goliad and the heroes who created a free republic and took us into statehood. SCHOLARSHIP FOR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS, CASH PRIZES K-12 HISTORY FAIR. ART, VIDEOS, PROJECTS AND MANUSCRIPTS SHOWING RESEARCH. http://march2texas.com/students/
Texas Independence Day~Never Forget
With all the new education standards, we must never forget our Texas History and Heritage. Encourage the children of North Texas to enter the Texas Independence Day Student History Fair. Entry Deadlines begin Feb 15-26 and the fair is Feb. 28-March 1. for more info see Student Competition Rules.
Win Cash for Homework
Get the Entry Rules and Judging Criteria for each category: 2015 Theme “Leadership & Legacy in Texas History” Student Cash Awards ($150 best of show. Awards in each category and each level: $75 first, $50 second & $25 third) Senior Scholarship presented by the Texas Heroes Foundation.
2014 Best of Show Winner of TID Student History Fair
Rachel won cash prize and a flag that had been flown over the Alamo. See the video…
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